(MADISON) – With recovery from Hurricane Harvey and preparations for Hurricane Irma underway, people are wondering how they can help. Before heading to a disaster area, consider the complexities of the situation. To make the most of your efforts and assist impacted communities best, consider these tips for donating and volunteering responsibly:
MADISON, Wis. — September is Preparedness Month in Wisconsin. It’s also back to school month for students across the state. Many of those students will be learning about emergency preparedness this school year thanks to STEP — Student Tools for Emergency Planning.
MADISON, Wis. — From the Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw in Prairie du Sac to the Northwoods Bad-Dash Mud Run in Manitowish Waters to the Riverfront Jazz Festival in Stevens Point, there are a lot of things to see and do this Labor Day weekend. Before hitting the road, ReadyWisconsin offers these tips to help you have a safe holiday weekend.
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin has been hit hard by flooding and tornadoes in 2017. That’s why Gov. Scott Walker has designated September as Preparedness Month to encourage people across the state to take time now to prepare before disaster strikes.
MADISON – Governor Scott Walker today sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump requesting a federal disaster declaration for 11 western Wisconsin counties that sustained flood damage in July. Torrential rains and flash floods caused more than $10 million in damage to roads and public infrastructure. The request is for federal assistance to help local governments recover from the disaster, including Buffalo, Crawford, Grant, Iowa, Jackson, La Crosse, Lafayette, Monroe, Richland, Trempealeau and Vernon counties.
MADISON – Governor Scott Walker announced today the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved his request for federal low-interest disaster loans for individuals and businesses affected by flooding in southeastern Wisconsin last month. The SBA will open disaster loan outreach centers to help flood victims and businesses obtain information and apply for assistance.
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MADISON - Governor Scott Walker requested the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) conduct preliminary damage assessments next week in 11 western Wisconsin counties hit hard by flooding last month. FEMA officials will begin looking at flood damage to public infrastructure such as roads and bridges.
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MADISON – Governor Scott Walker requested the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) conduct preliminary damage assessments next week in three southeast Wisconsin counties hit hard by flooding earlier this month. FEMA officials will begin looking at flood-damaged homes and public infrastructure in Kenosha, Racine, and Walworth Counties.
MADISON – Governor Scott Walker issued Executive Order #249 today declaring a State of Emergency for 17 counties following torrential rains that have fallen over western Wisconsin in the last few days. Several counties have been dealing with floods and additional potential heavy rains tonight could cause even more damage.
Governor Scott Walker today declared a State of Emergency for Kenosha, Racine, and Walworth Counties following damaging storms that caused widespread flooding across the southeast region
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