(MADISON) –Did you know that 70 percent of people who die from heat are seniors? Officials say most didn't have air conditioning and many of the deaths could have been prevented, if someone had checked on their welfare. That’s why we want to remind everyone how important it is to check on your neighbors and loved ones as we brace for some very hot and humid weather.
WASHINGTON – Wisconsin businesses and residents affected by the tornado on May 16, 2017 can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA Administrator Linda McMahon announced today.
CHICAGO – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has released $630,399 in Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) funds to the city of River Falls, Wisconsin, for the construction of a safe room at Glen Park.
MADISON – Governor Scott Walker has asked the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to view tornado damage and meet with local and state officials in Barron and Rusk counties. The information gathered could be used to request the SBA provide federal low-interest loans to homeowners, renters, and businesses that suffered damage during last month’s EF 3 tornado.
(MADISON) – In the last five years, 48 people in Wisconsin died as a result of extreme heat. Health officials say some of these cases could have been prevented. That’s why Governor Walker has declared June 8, 2017 as Wisconsin’s Heat Awareness Day to remind everyone of the dangers associated with extreme heat.
(MADISON) – Many people will be traveling this holiday weekend to attend Memorial Day events and to spend time with family and friends. Whether you are traveling or staying home, ReadyWisconsin has these tips to help keep you and your family safe.
Madison – Governor Scott Walker issued a State of Emergency earlier this week following his survey of the damage near Chetek, where one person was killed and 25 people were injured after devastating storms in Barron, Jackson, and Rusk counties. Heavy rains in parts of west central and northwestern Wisconsin caused damage to roads and other infrastructure in the area.
