According to the National Weather Service, a confirmed tornado touched down in Evansville, just to the west of Edgerton along the Dane-Rock Co border on Thursday, Feb. 8.
The tornado was reported to be moving northeast at speeds of up to 45 MPH.
According to Rock County officials, at least 20 homes and businesses have been damaged due to the tornado's touchdown. They have also received reports of about 25 buildings, power lines, and other structures damaged.
Alyssa in Evansville sent us this video of what appears to be a funnel cloud descending. Jefferson County remains under a Tornado Warning until 7 p.m. Thursday.
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The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for Jefferson County just before 6:00 p.m.
The tornado warning issued has since expired.
The tornado warning was in effect for Stoughton, Fort Atkinson, and Jefferson until 6:30 p.m. CST.
According to the National Weather Service, you should do the following after a tornado occurs:
- Stay Informed: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings. Multiple rounds of thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes are possible during severe weather outbreaks.
- Contact Your Family and Loved Ones: Let your family and close friends know that you're okay so they can help spread the word. Text messages or social media are more reliable forms of communication than phone calls.
- Assess the Damage: After the threat for tornadoes has ended, check to see if your property has been damaged. When walking through storm damage, wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, and sturdy shoes. Contact local authorities if you see power lines down. Stay out of damaged buildings. Be aware of insurance scammers if your property has been damaged.
- Help Your Neighbor: If you come across people that are injured and you are properly trained, provide first aid to victims if needed until emergency response teams arrive.
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