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Milwaukee Floods: 14.5 Inches of Rain Sparks Emergency

8/13/2025

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin, faced a deluge over the weekend, with 14.5 inches of rain triggering devastating floods that swallowed streets and vehicles. In response, officials declared a state of emergency, offering cleanup resources and halting parking enforcement. While the Wisconsin State Fair felt the impact, the IndyCar race remains on track for August 23-24.

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin, faced a deluge over the weekend, with 14.5 inches of rain triggering devastating floods that swallowed streets and vehicles. In response, officials declared a state of emergency, offering cleanup resources and halting parking enforcement. While the Wisconsin State Fair felt the impact, the IndyCar race remains on track for August 23-24.