Fox Valley Tornado Update: Officials Change Donation Needs, Open More Help Sites
Officials say donations and volunteers should be coordinated through agencies and Volunteer Fox Cities so aid reaches tornado victims quickly.
- On Monday, July 27, 2026, an EF-3 tornado tore through the Fox Valley, causing significant damage to homes and businesses. By Thursday, July 30, 2026, the community has entered a major recovery phase.
- The tornado intensified rapidly with 140 mph winds as it tracked south, causing worst damage near Highway 10. Menasha Utilities crews, aided by 16 other agencies, continue restoration efforts, though some residents may remain without power for days.
- More than 1,000 volunteers have already assisted at the former University of Wisconsin-Fox Cities campus hub since recovery began. Officials now request cleaning supplies and trash bags rather than water or clothing donations.
- Great Lakes Championship Wrestling and the Milwaukee Milkmen are hosting a donation drive today, Thursday, in Franklin to gather critical supplies. The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region has also established a fund to support immediate and longer-term recovery needs.
- Residents in Menasha, Appleton, Harrison, and Fox Crossing must continue boiling tap water due to an ongoing notice. Officials have opened multiple cooling and charging stations across the region to support those without electricity.
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FAA issues temporary flight ban over damage area in Menasha
MENASHA, Wis. (WFRV) - Officials in Neenah say a temporary flight ban is currently in place by the FAA over the damage area in Menasha and extending into other areas of the Fox Valley. According to a release from the Neenah Police Department, the FAA's Temporary Flight Restriction is issued within a 2-mile radius of [...]
Fox Valley tornado update: Officials change donation needs, open more help sites
As recovery continues after Monday's tornado, emergency officials are asking the public to change how they help.During a Wednesday morning briefing, officials said they no longer need bottled water or clothing donations. Instead, they're asking people to donate heavy-duty trash bags, coolers, ice, non-perishable food, Gatorade, protein drinks, disposable plates and utensils, garbage grabbers, work gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, safe…
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