Severe Flooding and Storms Disrupt Wisconsin State Fair and Local Infrastructure
Milwaukee and several counties in southeast Wisconsin are grappling with historic flash flooding following record-smashing rainfall, with some areas receiving over 10 inches of rain. A weather emergency has been declared for Milwaukee County, leading to the cancellation of the final day of the Wisconsin State Fair. Severe storms have knocked out power and closed roads, prompting authorities to issue flood warnings and advise residents to avoid travel. Water rescues are ongoing, and updates from officials highlight the dramatic impact of the severe weather, as areas continue to face the threat of additional strong storms and more rain.
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