A powerful tornado struck the southern area of Appleton, Wisconsin, around midday on Monday, resulting in extensive destruction. The storm led to the collapse of the roof at Miller Electric, a notable site of damage in the city.

The National Weather Service had issued a warning for enhanced severe weather on Monday. However, the probability of tornadoes was considered minimal at the time of the forecast. This sudden and impactful tornado highlights an unexpected turn in the severe weather conditions.

If confirmed as an EF3 tornado by the National Weather Service, it would represent the fourth occurrence of such a tornado in Wisconsin this year.