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National Weather Service confirms an EF-3 tornado struck Appleton, Neenah and Menasha in the Fox Valley, carving a 12.1-mile path with 140 mph winds and a 1,500-yard width, leaving destroyed homes and businesses, downed power lines and snapped trees. Thousands are without power, a curfew is in place in Menasha, several shelters opened, and responders are coordinating cleanup and damage assessment.
A radar-indicated tornado touched down in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, around 12:25 p.m. Monday, moving across Lake Winnebago toward Fond du Lac County. Images showed destroyed buildings, smashed vehicles, and downed trees, with thousands losing power. Outagamie County Executive Tom Nelson said there was extensive and severe damage and urged residents to stay put as severe weather and possible hail were expected to continue through the afternoon. No fatalities or injuries were confirmed in the first hours after the storm, and the incident affected Appleton, Menasha and nearby areas.
Governor Tony Evers says Wisconsin is ready to assist after a damaging storm swept through Northeast Wisconsin, including a reported tornado near Appleton and Menasha with road closures and downed power lines as responders assess damage. Authorities urge residents to report major emergencies and stay clear of hazards while first responders coordinate aid for those displaced; a heat advisory is in effect in parts of the area, and the forecast calls for warm, humid conditions with improving weather tomorrow.
A dangerous, “extremely dangerous” tornado struck parts of Appleton and Menasha in northeast Wisconsin, triggering a particularly dangerous situation tornado warning—the second-highest level. The storm moved across Lake Winnebago after hitting Menasha and was visible for about 20 minutes. Power outages were reported across multiple counties, with tens of thousands suddenly without electricity, and authorities warned of potential further severe weather as storms roll through the Great Lakes region (Level 3 of 5 risk) and across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana.
An individual who allegedly shot at police at the Maritime Tavern in Appleton died when an officer returned fire after responding to a report of shots fired inside the bar. The incident occurred around 1:33 a.m., and the armed individual confronted law enforcement upon their arrival. The involved officer has been placed on administrative leave, and the investigation has been turned over to DCI.
The Wisconsin Department of Justice reported that a suspect shot by an Appleton police officer had fired at the officers first and was later pronounced dead at the hospital. The incident occurred when police responded to a report of shots fired at Maritime Tavern. The officer involved is on administrative leave, and the DOJ's Department of Criminal Investigation is leading the investigation, with findings to be reviewed by the Outagamie County district attorney.
Wastewater testing indicates that COVID-19 has peaked in Green Bay but remains "very high" in Appleton, with a surge in respiratory illnesses including flu, common cold, RSV, and COVID-19 in the region. The CDC has identified the JN.1 subvariant of the omicron variant as dominant in the Fox Valley area, contributing to the spike in infections. Hospitalizations due to COVID-19 have been increasing, and vaccination rates for the updated vaccine designed to offer protection against omicron are low. Health officials emphasize the importance of flu and COVID vaccines in reducing ER visits and urge residents to get vaccinated.
An Appleton bride diagnosed with breast cancer decided to say "I do" to a clinical trial for a new cancer treatment. Despite her diagnosis, she remained determined to have her dream wedding and participate in the trial simultaneously. The bride hopes that her decision will not only benefit her own health but also contribute to advancements in breast cancer research and treatment options for others.
Appleton's Mile of Music festival is enhancing safety by using the Archer 1200 Vehicle Barrier, manufactured by Meridian Rapid Defense Group, to protect the public from potential vehicle-related incidents.
A home in Appleton caught fire on June 24, 2023, resulting in an estimated loss of $900,000. Firefighters battled the blaze in the 2200 block of East Downs Ridge.
A single-family residential structure fire in Appleton caused an estimated $900,000 in damages. The fire in the attic was well-advanced, and all crews searching for residents were pulled out of the building in anticipation of a roof collapse. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and it is not clear if anyone was injured. The home is considered a total loss.