The image shows a residential area experiencing significant flooding. Several houses are partially submerged in water, reflecting a high water level that has inundated the area. In the foreground, an American flag is prominently displayed, hanging from a flagpole attached to the porch of a house. The porch itself is right at the water's edge, suggesting the floodwaters have risen quite close to the home. Power lines stretch overhead, unobstructed by the flood. The sky is clear and blue, indicating the weather is calm now, which contrasts with the disaster on the ground. Trees and greenery are visible in the background, and there is no visible movement in the water, indicating the current may be still at the moment. The scene is likely captured after a recent flood event, as the water is relatively calm and the sky is clear.
February 20, 2024

Wisconsin Flood Safety Awareness Week is February 25-March 2

The spring of 2023 saw historic flooding hit parts of Wisconsin, which forced roads to close and […]
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August 7, 2023

Wisconsin Cyber Response Team soliciting federal assistance

The Wisconsin Cyber Response Team (CRT) intends to solicit assistance from the Department of Defense’s Innovative Readiness […]
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Large structure on fire at night
December 13, 2022

Northern Emergency Management Assistance Compact benefits Michigan fire response

When a large fire broke out at an industrial warehouse in Menominee, Michigan in October of this […]
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Recreational vehicle under bridge
August 31, 2022

Wisconsin Emergency Management assists with disaster recovery in New Mexico

MADISON, Wis. – After wildfires and flooding resulted in widespread damage across New Mexico earlier this year, […]
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Greg Engle - Official Photo
August 5, 2022

Greg Engle Named Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator

MADISON, Wis. – Gov. Tony Evers has appointed Greg Engle to be Wisconsin Emergency Management’s administrator, the […]
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April 7, 2022

Wisconsin’s Statewide Tornado Drill is Today

MADISON, Wis. – When tornadoes are in the forecast, ReadyWisconsin wants to ensure everyone knows how to […]
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February 25, 2022

FEMA Awards $1.4 Million to City of Reedsburg for Hazard Mitigation Projects

CHICAGO – Through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency […]
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January 20, 2022

Federal grant opportunity approaching for Wisconsin nonprofit organizations facing terrorism risks

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) is announcing an upcoming grant opportunity for nonprofit organizations that […]
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January 19, 2022

Registration open for 2022 Governor’s Conference on Emergency Management & Homeland Security

Registration for the 2022 Governor’s Conference on Emergency Management & Homeland Security is now open! This year’s […]
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September 20, 2021

Prepare to Protect Children by Teaching Youth Preparedness

MADISON, Wis. – From fires to floods, disasters can be scary for kids. September is Preparedness Month, and ReadyWisconsin encourages parents and educators to help protect children by teaching them how to be prepared for the unexpected.
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