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Updated Jul 28, 2026
appleton tornado
An EF-3 tornado caused major damage and power outages across parts of Wisconsin, including Menasha and Appleton.
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An EF-3 tornado caused major damage and power outages across parts of Wisconsin, including Menasha and Appleton.
Severe weather in Wisconsin produced an EF-3 tornado that inflicted significant damage in Menasha, Appleton, and Neenah, with widespread destruction confirmed by drone footage and news reports. The storm knocked out power to approximately 340,000 residents. This tornado has been closely covered by weather services and news organizations, emphasizing the extent of the damage as recovery and assessment efforts continue in the affected communities.
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