Winter Driving
(MADISON - February 18, 2018)    A major winter storm will be moving across Wisconsin the next few days bringing snow, sleet, ice and heavy rain that could cause flooding, dangerous travel conditions and possible power outages due to ice.
MADISON, Wis. — Dangerously cold temperatures and frigid wind chills are in the forecast for much of Wisconsin this week. Single digit highs around zero with overnight lows well below zero are expected. Expect dangerous overnight wind chills from 20 to 35 below zero.
MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Scott Walker has directed the Wisconsin National Guard and Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) to be ready to respond Christmas Eve to ensure Santa is able to deliver presents to all the good boys and girls across Wisconsin.
MADISON, Wis. — The holidays are a wonderful time to enjoy family and friends. As you get your home ready, follow these tips to help keep you and your family safe.
(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.
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DEFOREST, Monday, November 20, 2017 – During a visit to Eagle Point Elementary School in DeForest today, Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch and Major General Don Dunbar, Adjutant General and Wisconsin’s Homeland Security Advisor, announced the return of the STEP program to Wisconsin classrooms, thanks to $20,000 in donations from AT&T and the Wisconsin Wireless Association. Read Full News Release
(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.