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UPDATE: The National Weather Service has confirmed that it was indeed a tornado that struck North Haven on Wednesday afternoon, as recent videos depicted. The National Weather Service made

the confirmation around 6 p.m. and said no injuries reported. North Haven Police reported that a small tornado struck the Montowese section of town, resulting in downed trees and power

lines. Wind damage occurred on a line from Quinnipiac Avenue near the Montowese section of North Haven east to Barberry Road, according to the weather service. The location of wind damage

included Quinnipiac Avenue, Village Street, Fitch Street, Governors Drive, Montowese Avenue by Cloudland, Montowese Avenue and Nettleton Avenue, the weather service states. A shed was lifted

about 15 feet into a tree, the weather service states, while adding winds gusted up to 70 mph. NORTH HAVEN, CT — A microburst or small tornado struck the Montowese section of North Haven on

Wednesday afternoon, resulting in downed trees and power lines, according to police. Police said several homes have been damaged due to the weather. “We anticipate extended power outages as

the United Illuminating Company is working to safely restore service,” police said in a press release. “The North Haven Police Department will continue with high visibility patrols in the

affected area. Although it is tempting to explore the affected neighborhoods, we ask that residents remain home for their safety, and the safety of emergency crews.” North Haven was also hit

by a microburst in June 2015. This story will be updated when more information is available. _Photo via North Haven Fire Department_