Milwaukee-area residents woke up on Aug. 10 to damages caused by extreme overnight storms.
The National Weather Service cited "life threatening flash flooding" that hit large portions of southeast Wisconsin.
The Journal Sentinel will provide live weather updates throughout the day, featuring road closures, rain totals and the latest weather maps.
More than 15,000 We Energies customers in Milwaukee area still without power
Jack Albright
More than 15,000 We Energies customers in southeast Wisconsin remain without power, as of 9 p.m.
Here's the breakdown of outages by county:Milwaukee: 8,709
Waukesha: 4,316
Washington: 2,387
Kenosha: 298
Ozaukee: 241
Racine: 131
Here's We Energies' outage map.
You can report outages and receive updates online.
More rain possible tonight, Monday; flood warning till 10 a.m.
Jack Albright
Despite the worst of the storms and flooding being done, a 40% chance of rain remains in the Milwaukee area tonight.
Those odds are high enough that, coupled with the lingering effects of the overnight disasters, the National Weather Service has issued a flood warning until 10 a.m. Aug. 11.
There is a chance for more rain, with possible downpours, through Aug. 11, but National Weather Service Milwaukee-Sullivan meteorologist Sarah Marquardt said only another 1-2 inches are expected.
Teenager rescued from Root River in Franklin
Jack Albright
A male teenager stranded in the Root River in Franklin was rescued by first responders.
The Franklin Fire Department said in a news release that it received a report of a person missing in the river at about 4:27 p.m. near the 6500 block of West Drexel Avenue.
First responders made voice contact with the teenager, who had been pushed 100 yards downstream by rapid currents and high water levels, was holding onto a tree branch and was standing on a submerged log. Members of the Franklin Fire Department Dive and Rescue Team used an inflatable rescue boat and brought the teenager to shore.
He confirmed there was no one else with him, and was brought to an ambulance, where he reunited with family. He was transported to Children’s Hospital Wisconsin for medical evaluation.
The Franklin Fire Department emphasized the dangers of flood waters, saying not to walk or drive through flooded roadways or around barricades. Moving water as shallow as 6 inches can knock an adult off their feet, and 2 feet of moving water can sweep away most vehicles, the department said.
Lilly Road in Menominee Falls closed
Jack Albright
Lilly Road just north of Good Hope Road in Menominee Falls is closed.
A local storm report from the National Weather Service at 6:47 p.m. said the road has partially collapsed/washed out due to flooding.
Social media posts from earlier in the day showed the sunken pavement blocked off by barriers.
Milwaukee public works department has updates on flood response, cleanup
The Milwaukee Department of Public Works reminds residents to report stalled and stranded vehicles in floodwaters, street flooding, water backing up into basements, downed trees or limbs, traffic or street light outages and other service issues.
"While the city does not provide basement water removal services, basement flooding should still be reported to help us assess for any broader issues," the department said in a news release. "In many cases, the water will recede on its own over time, or residents may choose to remove or pump it independently."
Reports can be made by calling 414-286-CITY (2489), visiting milwaukee.gov/Click4Action, or using the MKEmobile app.
Turf at Hart Park in Wauwatosa, home to Wauwatosa East, Marquette high school football teams, badly damaged in flooding
JR Radcliffe
Hart Park in Wauwatosa, overwhelmed by floodwaters overnight Aug. 9 and 10, traditionally serves as the home football venue for the Marquette University High School and Wauwatosa East football teams, with a game there at least every Friday. That schedule is very much in jeopardy after the extensive flood damage. Photos posted by Wauwatosa East assistant football coach and strength coach Cam Gonring show the extent of the damage, with the turf untethered and misshapen.
It's unclear what that means for the season opener Aug. 22 between Arrowhead and Marquette or any of the games on the schedule. The football field, which got turf as part of a 2009 renovation, also serves as a hub for Tosa youth practices in multiple sports. The popular walking track was undergoing renovation at the time of the flood, with intended completion later this month.
Gov. Tony Evers deploys Wisconsin National Guard to help in Milwaukee County
Molly Beck
National Guard troops are assisting first responders in Milwaukee County following a rainfall that left large swaths of the county under water.
Gov. Tony Evers said Sunday night that he approved Guard vehicles and operators "to help support Milwaukee County’s response to severe flooding that affected the region last night." Evers said his administration is continuing to monitor the flooding and watching for new threats.
"My office has been in contact with local officials throughout the day today to offer state assistance wherever we can," Evers wrote in a Aug. 10 post on X. "I want to thank all of the emergency and first responders and local officials who’ve been working around the clock to respond."
Does your car have flood damage? Contact your insurance agent and follow these AAA guidelines
Emmett Prosser
What should you do if your vehicle has water damage due to the severe flooding in the Milwaukee area?
The American Automobile Association has shared a variety do's and don'ts when it comes to why you shouldn't drive your car until it's looked at and how you should report the damage.Automobile owners should contact their insurance provider to determine the extent of coverage before seeking any repairs.
Owners should always take photos of any visible damage.
Any vehicle with flood damage should be inspected before being operated again.
In a statement provided by AAA, the company says "electrical systems in modern cars are particularly prone to flood water damage. Engine control computers, vehicle sensors, infotainment systems, and other electronic devices ― along with wiring harnesses and the many connectors that join them together ― can be very difficult to salvage. Unless every part is thoroughly cleaned and dried, inside and out, problems caused by corrosion can crop up weeks or even months after the flooding."
Those looking to buy cars or trucks should also be cautious not to purchase a vehicle with water damage in the upcoming months. AAA notes that vehicles should be inspected by dealerships and checked for the following warning signs:Damp and musty odors
Carpet and upholstery that has been cleaned or replaced
Dirt or dried mud under the dash, in the engine compartment, and in body cavities inside the trunk
Rust or corrosion on the body and inside electrical connectors
MMSD Rainfall totals updated with afternoon rain
Caitlin Looby
According to the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District, here are the rainfall totals as of 5:00 p.m. Aug. 10:
Milwaukee:
245 W Lincoln Ave. : 9.21 inches
300 S 84th St. : 8.01 inches
3563 S 97th St. : 9.69 inches
3626 W Fond du Lac Ave. : 7.83 inches
5335 N Teutonia Ave. : 10.17 inches
6060 S 13th St. : 5.14 inches
8135 W Florist Ave. : 14.5 inches
8463 N Granville Rd. : 9.14 inches
Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility: 9.47 inches
South Shore Water Reclamation Facility: 5.29 inches
Surrounding suburbs:
Cedarburg: 7.14 inches
Franklin: 3.79 inches
Hales Corner: 8.36 inches
Menomonee Falls: 7.87 inches
Muskego: 5.48 inches
River Hills: 11.42 inches
Shorewood: 8 inches
Wauwatosa: 7.15 inches
The National Weather Service cited "life threatening flash flooding" that hit large portions of southeast Wisconsin.
The Journal Sentinel will provide live weather updates throughout the day, featuring road closures, rain totals and the latest weather maps.
More than 15,000 We Energies customers in Milwaukee area still without power
Jack Albright
More than 15,000 We Energies customers in southeast Wisconsin remain without power, as of 9 p.m.
Here's the breakdown of outages by county:Milwaukee: 8,709
Waukesha: 4,316
Washington: 2,387
Kenosha: 298
Ozaukee: 241
Racine: 131
Here's We Energies' outage map.
You can report outages and receive updates online.
More rain possible tonight, Monday; flood warning till 10 a.m.
Jack Albright
Despite the worst of the storms and flooding being done, a 40% chance of rain remains in the Milwaukee area tonight.
Those odds are high enough that, coupled with the lingering effects of the overnight disasters, the National Weather Service has issued a flood warning until 10 a.m. Aug. 11.
There is a chance for more rain, with possible downpours, through Aug. 11, but National Weather Service Milwaukee-Sullivan meteorologist Sarah Marquardt said only another 1-2 inches are expected.
Teenager rescued from Root River in Franklin
Jack Albright
A male teenager stranded in the Root River in Franklin was rescued by first responders.
The Franklin Fire Department said in a news release that it received a report of a person missing in the river at about 4:27 p.m. near the 6500 block of West Drexel Avenue.
First responders made voice contact with the teenager, who had been pushed 100 yards downstream by rapid currents and high water levels, was holding onto a tree branch and was standing on a submerged log. Members of the Franklin Fire Department Dive and Rescue Team used an inflatable rescue boat and brought the teenager to shore.
He confirmed there was no one else with him, and was brought to an ambulance, where he reunited with family. He was transported to Children’s Hospital Wisconsin for medical evaluation.
The Franklin Fire Department emphasized the dangers of flood waters, saying not to walk or drive through flooded roadways or around barricades. Moving water as shallow as 6 inches can knock an adult off their feet, and 2 feet of moving water can sweep away most vehicles, the department said.
Lilly Road in Menominee Falls closed
Jack Albright
Lilly Road just north of Good Hope Road in Menominee Falls is closed.
A local storm report from the National Weather Service at 6:47 p.m. said the road has partially collapsed/washed out due to flooding.
Social media posts from earlier in the day showed the sunken pavement blocked off by barriers.
Milwaukee public works department has updates on flood response, cleanup
The Milwaukee Department of Public Works reminds residents to report stalled and stranded vehicles in floodwaters, street flooding, water backing up into basements, downed trees or limbs, traffic or street light outages and other service issues.
"While the city does not provide basement water removal services, basement flooding should still be reported to help us assess for any broader issues," the department said in a news release. "In many cases, the water will recede on its own over time, or residents may choose to remove or pump it independently."
Reports can be made by calling 414-286-CITY (2489), visiting milwaukee.gov/Click4Action, or using the MKEmobile app.
Turf at Hart Park in Wauwatosa, home to Wauwatosa East, Marquette high school football teams, badly damaged in flooding
JR Radcliffe
Hart Park in Wauwatosa, overwhelmed by floodwaters overnight Aug. 9 and 10, traditionally serves as the home football venue for the Marquette University High School and Wauwatosa East football teams, with a game there at least every Friday. That schedule is very much in jeopardy after the extensive flood damage. Photos posted by Wauwatosa East assistant football coach and strength coach Cam Gonring show the extent of the damage, with the turf untethered and misshapen.
It's unclear what that means for the season opener Aug. 22 between Arrowhead and Marquette or any of the games on the schedule. The football field, which got turf as part of a 2009 renovation, also serves as a hub for Tosa youth practices in multiple sports. The popular walking track was undergoing renovation at the time of the flood, with intended completion later this month.
Gov. Tony Evers deploys Wisconsin National Guard to help in Milwaukee County
Molly Beck
National Guard troops are assisting first responders in Milwaukee County following a rainfall that left large swaths of the county under water.
Gov. Tony Evers said Sunday night that he approved Guard vehicles and operators "to help support Milwaukee County’s response to severe flooding that affected the region last night." Evers said his administration is continuing to monitor the flooding and watching for new threats.
"My office has been in contact with local officials throughout the day today to offer state assistance wherever we can," Evers wrote in a Aug. 10 post on X. "I want to thank all of the emergency and first responders and local officials who’ve been working around the clock to respond."
Does your car have flood damage? Contact your insurance agent and follow these AAA guidelines
Emmett Prosser
What should you do if your vehicle has water damage due to the severe flooding in the Milwaukee area?
The American Automobile Association has shared a variety do's and don'ts when it comes to why you shouldn't drive your car until it's looked at and how you should report the damage.Automobile owners should contact their insurance provider to determine the extent of coverage before seeking any repairs.
Owners should always take photos of any visible damage.
Any vehicle with flood damage should be inspected before being operated again.
In a statement provided by AAA, the company says "electrical systems in modern cars are particularly prone to flood water damage. Engine control computers, vehicle sensors, infotainment systems, and other electronic devices ― along with wiring harnesses and the many connectors that join them together ― can be very difficult to salvage. Unless every part is thoroughly cleaned and dried, inside and out, problems caused by corrosion can crop up weeks or even months after the flooding."
Those looking to buy cars or trucks should also be cautious not to purchase a vehicle with water damage in the upcoming months. AAA notes that vehicles should be inspected by dealerships and checked for the following warning signs:Damp and musty odors
Carpet and upholstery that has been cleaned or replaced
Dirt or dried mud under the dash, in the engine compartment, and in body cavities inside the trunk
Rust or corrosion on the body and inside electrical connectors
MMSD Rainfall totals updated with afternoon rain
Caitlin Looby
According to the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District, here are the rainfall totals as of 5:00 p.m. Aug. 10:
Milwaukee:
245 W Lincoln Ave. : 9.21 inches
300 S 84th St. : 8.01 inches
3563 S 97th St. : 9.69 inches
3626 W Fond du Lac Ave. : 7.83 inches
5335 N Teutonia Ave. : 10.17 inches
6060 S 13th St. : 5.14 inches
8135 W Florist Ave. : 14.5 inches
8463 N Granville Rd. : 9.14 inches
Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility: 9.47 inches
South Shore Water Reclamation Facility: 5.29 inches
Surrounding suburbs:
Cedarburg: 7.14 inches
Franklin: 3.79 inches
Hales Corner: 8.36 inches
Menomonee Falls: 7.87 inches
Muskego: 5.48 inches
River Hills: 11.42 inches
Shorewood: 8 inches
Wauwatosa: 7.15 inches
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