Appleton in the Fox River Valley of Wisconsin faces low to moderate disaster risk from tornadoes and winter storms. The Fox River creates localized flooding risk. Appleton has experienced moderate tornado events and sits in a corridor that receives both tornado activity in summer and lake-effect winter precipitation from Lake Michigan. The city serves as a regional hub for the Fox Valley region of northeastern Wisconsin.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
- Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
- Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
- Prepare for sudden power outages.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 4 / 10 Low |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (920) 832-6400 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-41 US-10 WI-15 WI-47 |
| Elevation | 738 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Outagamie County WI
Wisconsin · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Moderate Risk