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Wisconsin Emergency Management Release: Wisconsin Emergency Management Elevates State Emergency Operations Center for March Winter Storm
Contact: dmawempio@widma.govFor Immediate Release MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) elevated the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) due to a major winter storm impacting the entire state. The SEOC was elevated at 9 a.m. Sunday, March 15, to Level 3 which involves expanded monitoring and support. At this level, enhanced monitoring occurs for ongoing…
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READYWISCONSIN NEWS RELEASE: Flood Safety Awareness Week in Wisconsin is Mar. 9 -13
For Immediate ReleaseContact: dmawempio@widma.gov Madison, Wis. – As winter thaws and spring rains falls, the changing of seasons signals more than just warmer days – it marks an increase for flooding to occur. To encourage everyone in the state to be prepared, Gov. Evers has declared March 9 -13 as Flood Safety Week in Wisconsin.…
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READYWISCONSIN NEWS RELEASE: Spring into action: Use daylight saving time to refresh emergency preparedness plans
For Immediate ReleaseContact: dmawempio@widma.gov MADISON, Wis.– As clocks move forward an hour on March 8, it is the perfect time to review and refresh emergency preparedness plans for you and your loved ones. “Daylight saving time is more than adjusting a clock, it’s an opportunity to be prepared,” said Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator Greg Engle.…
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WISCONSIN EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT RELEASE: August flood response and recovery a team effort at Wisconsin Emergency Management
For immediate releaseContact: dmawempio@widma.gov MADISON, Wis. – It began with a phone call on Aug. 10, 2025, around 3 a.m. A woman in Milwaukee called the Department of Military Affairs’ Joint Operations Center, which also partners with Wisconsin Emergency Management as its emergency hotline. She called because she could not get a call through 911…
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WISCONSIN EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT RELEASE: Federal Grant Opportunity Open for Wisconsin Nonprofit Organizations Facing Security Risks
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) is announcing the application period for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is now open. The grant program is for nonprofit organizations that may be at risk of a terrorist attack due to their ideology, beliefs, or mission. The NSGP is a federal grant administrated by WEM that…
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Make Safety Your Holiday Tradition
MADISON, Wis. – As people prepare to brighten their homes with holiday cheer and get into the festive spirit, ReadyWisconsin is urging everyone to keep safety at the top of their holiday checklist. “Holiday decorations should bring joy and not danger into people’s homes,” said Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator Greg Engle. “By taking a few…
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READYWISCONSIN NEWS RELEASE: November 17-21 is Winter Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin
For Immediate ReleaseContact:Wisconsin Emergency Management: dmawempio@widma.govWisconsin Department of Health Services: DHSMedia@dhs.wisconsin.govWisconsin Department of Transportation: opa.exec@dot.wi.gov MADISON, Wis. – As temperatures begin to drop and winter approaches, now is the time to be prepared for the upcoming season. To help Wisconsin plan for the months ahead, Winter Weather Awareness Week in the state is Nov. 17-21.…
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