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'It's gut-wrenching': South Milwaukee Human Concerns pauses operations after building floods

South Milwaukee Human Concerns is recovering after the Aug. 9 floodwaters caused thousands of dollars of damage to products.
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Milwaukee County officials tell residents to report flood damage in hopes of securing federal aid

As Milwaukee County residents recover from extensive flooding, officials are going door-to-door to assess the damage.
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1,000-year rain event causes flash flooding in Milwaukee

A rare 1,000 year storm dropped over 9 inches of rain in Milwaukee, flooding streets, stranding cars and prompting emergency ...

'A bump in the road': Gym owners grapple with flood damage after West Allis declares emergency

A West Allis gym sustained 3,000 square feet of mat damage after flooding. The owners have begun cleanup and hope to reopen by Sept. 1.
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Milwaukee picking up the pieces as experts warn flooding could become more frequent

Milwaukee is continuing to recover from record-breaking flooding, with federal help up in the air, and neighbors relying on ...

Scott Fitzgerald asks Trump administration to make emergency declaration in response floods

U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald asked President Donald Trump to make an emergency declaration to ensure Wisconsin communities have ...

Milwaukee County urges residents to report damage as part of an effort to seek federal aid

Milwaukee County emergency management staff say flood damage costs will likely surpass thresholds for federal aid. But they still need reports.
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Have you been impacted by the floods in the Milwaukee area? Here are tips and resources

Furniture, cushions and household items line the curb along Menomonee River Parkway in Wauwatosa as residents empty flooded ...