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Menasha tornado causes extensive damage and cuts power to thousands of homes
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Key Points:
- A tornado swept through Winnebago County, Wisconsin, causing significant damage including homes losing roofs, downed trees, and power outages affecting thousands, particularly in Appleton and Menasha.
- The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado reached EF2 intensity, with wind gusts between 111 and 135 mph, moving southward over Lake Winnebago toward Fond du Lac County.
- The entire city of Menasha, with about 18,000 residents, lost power due to a downed transmission line, prompting utility crews and emergency responders to work on restoration and damage control.
- Governor Tony Evers expressed readiness to assist affected communities and urged residents to stay alert and safe as storms continue.
- Emergency shelters have been opened in Menasha, including the Christ the Rock Community Center, Menasha Senior Center, and Menasha Public Library, with authorities advising residents to avoid travel unless necessary.
