MADISON (WKBT) — Gov. Tony Evers announced Thursday that he is submitting a request for the Federal Emergency Managment Agency (FEMA) to assist the state in an initial damage assessment after weekend storms caused extensive flooding in Southeastern Wisconsin.
According to a release, Evers’ request comes after Wisconsin Emergency Management reported that an initial state and local damage review determined Wisconsin meets the criteria necessary to receive federal support.
“Disastrous storms and flash flooding across our state in recent days have displaced kids and families and damaged homes, businesses, community centers, and so much more. The damage caused by recent extreme weather is extensive, and it’s going to take significant time and resources to recover, repair infrastructure, and help support the folks and communities who have been affected. It’s clear we will need additional federal resources and support to do so,” stated Evers. “It is absolutely critical that Wisconsin receives every available federal resource to ensure we can adequately respond and help our local communities rebuild. I am requesting urgent federal assistance and aid from FEMA to support our recovery efforts for Wisconsinites, communities, and our state.”…