‘What is happening?’ Milwaukee area recovers from record rain and flooding
Summary
The Milwaukee area experienced heavy rain over the weekend, leading to record flooding and power outages. Despite the severe weather, no deaths were reported, though many roads and homes were affected.Key Facts
- Milwaukee received over 14 inches (36 centimeters) of rain in less than 24 hours, setting unofficial records.
- The heavy rain caused multiple rivers to flood at record-high levels.
- Many basements were flooded, vehicles were washed out, and power was cut to thousands of homes.
- As of Monday afternoon, about 2,000 homes in the area still had no power.
- Flood warnings were still in effect for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and Ozaukee counties.
- Road closures were happening but were more isolated as of Monday.
- A resident, Colby McMillan, described being surprised by the flooding while driving, which led to his car being totaled.
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