MADISON, Wis. — Cybersecurity is a journey, not a destination. That was the message Monday at the 6th Annual Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit, held on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. The summit brought together more than 350 business owners, information technology professionals, and students to learn more about the current threats facing Wisconsin’s cyber landscape and what is being done to address them.
MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today joined General Donald Dunbar at the 6th Annual Governor’s Cyber Security Summit. The summit brings together experts to discuss the importance of cyber security.
More than 5,200 people in Wisconsin reported being a victim of a cyber crime last year, which the FBI says resulted in the loss of more than $15.8 million dollars. That’s why government, business and academic leaders are coming together to discuss how to combat this growing threat to our state at the 2018 Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit.
Roughly one foot of rain falls overnight, leading to widespread flooding and emergency evacuations. Highways are closed, and some roads are washed out in places. Continued heavy rains saturate the ground, increasing the risk for flash floods. In addition to torrential rains, strong winds and tornadoes cause damage in communities across the state, including power outages.
MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today declared a statewide State of Emergency in Wisconsin due to an ongoing statewide weather pattern, which has led to severe storms, heavy downpours, flooding, and tornadoes.
MADISON – Governor Walker has declared a State of Emergency for the counties of Fond du Lac, Juneau, La Crosse, Monroe, Vernon, and Washington following severe storms and flash flooding that continue to impact Wisconsin.
Recent flooding and storms in Wisconsin are a reminder that disasters can happen suddenly and without warning. Those traveling during the upcoming Labor Day weekend should plan for the unexpected.
MONONA– Governor Scott Walker today visited Oneida Park in Monona and the Tenney Park Locks in Madison to thank National Guard members and volunteers helping Madison communities recovering from flood damage, and prepare for possible additional rainfall.
MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today declared a State of Emergency in Dane County following heavy rains and flooding that caused widespread damages to the area.
MADISON, Wis. — Local governments and private non-profit agencies that sustained damage during the June flooding in northwest Wisconsin are encouraged to attend briefings this week to learn about applying for federal disaster assistance.
