Key Facts

• Rivers in Michigan and Wisconsin are overflowing due to heavy rain.
• The rain that fell in a few days equals about one month’s usual amount.
• More rain is expected to fall today.
• The Heartland region is preparing for life-threatening storms.
• The flooding is described as a record event in both Wisconsin and Michigan.
• Flash floods have caused several water rescues in Milwaukee.
• The situation is considered an emergency due to the severity and risk to people.