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The downpour prompted water rescues, damaged homes and businesses, and knocked out power for thousands.
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Downpour prompted water rescues damaged homes and businesses knocked out power for thousands
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The author
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News Article
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{
    "event": "Downpour",
    "consequence": "Water rescues, damaged homes and businesses, and power outages"
}
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Weather Damage
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Created
February 15, 2026 at 6:16 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 6:16 PM (6 months ago)

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Heavy Rains Lead to Widespread Flooding in Wisconsin
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https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/10/us/wisconsin-flood-storms-rain.html?campaign_id=9&emc=edit_nn_20250811&instance_id=160309&nl=the-morning&regi_id=122976029&segment_id=203666&user_id=b25c5730c89e0c73f75709d8f1254337

Record-setting rainfall caused widespread flash flooding in the Milwaukee area, leading to road closures, water rescues, and damage to homes and businesses. The Wisconsin State Fair was forced to close early due to the severe weather. Officials declared a state of emergency in Milwaukee County.

Flooding Severe Weather Wisconsin Milwaukee Flash Flooding Natural Disasters Rainfall

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