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UPDATE 3: — Parts of Janesville’s south side were closed to outside traffic overnight after a tornado caused significant damage Saturday evening.
The boundary of the closure perimeter extends from Center Avenue, Kellog Avenue, Beloit Avenue, and State Highway 11. A map of the Overnight Closure Perimeter is below.
Outside traffic will not be permitted to enter the perimeter. Residents who reside within the closure will be allowed access. The City will continue to inform the community of the street closures as updates become available.
UPDATE: The City of Janesville, in collaboration with the Salvation Army of Rock County and Dr. Daniel Hale Williams County Resource Center, is offering transportation and additional services to those affected by the weather event.
Residents in need of assistance and resources can head to either facility. Transportation will be provided from the Dr. Daniel Hale Williams County Resource Center to the Salvation Army of Rock County. The Dr. Daniel Hale Williams County Resource Center is located at 1717 Center Avenue, with the Salvation Army of Rock County at 514 Sutherland Avenue.
UPDATE: The Rock County Sheriff’s Office and multiple area Fire Departments are responding to Rock Township and other areas between the cities of Janesville and Beloit for weather damage and flooding. Please avoid the area as there are numerous reports of debris in roadways and flooding.
JANESVILLE — A tornado touched down on the south side of the City of Janesville Saturday evening, according to the city of Janesville Emergency Operations Center.
The tornado caused considerable damage to structures and infrastructure.
First responders are currently on the scene, and the city has activated its Emergency Operations Center to mobilize additional resources.
City officials are asking residents to stay away from the south side of Janesville as downed trees and power lines continue to present a hazard to public safety.
Additionally, the city reminds residents to avoid driving through standing water.
The City’s Emergency Operations Center will provide additional information on its response and available resources when they become available.
For questions, contact the City of Janesville at (608) 373-6025.
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