At approximately 3:30PM today, it appears a tornado touched down in the area of Bay Avenue between Hooper Avenue and Vaughn Avenue in Toms River, police say.

Over 100 calls were received regarding fallen trees on houses and cars, wires down, traffic signals out and destroyed property.

“At this time, the Toms River Police Department is asking everyone to please stay clear of this area due to unsafe conditions,” police said. “Please do not approach downed wires.”

Call 732-349-0150 for assistance.