Pics: Wisconsin life-threatening flash flooding leads to Milwaukee river surge, road closures and evacuation

Wisconsin floods: The NWS issued a warning of ‘life-threatening flash flooding’ in underpasses, highways, and urban areas. 

Updated on Aug 10, 2025 10:05 pm IST 9 Photos
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Flash flooding in Wisconsin due to excessive rains resulted in flooded basements, flooded roadways, and an early closing of the state fair. (Getty Images via AFP)

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The Department of Public Works (DPW) of the City of Milwaukee reported that it is still evaluating flood-related damage and responding to affected locations throughout the city.(Getty Images via AFP)

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A person walks in floodwaters on August 10, 2025 in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Parts of Interstates 43, 41, and 94 have been forced to close due to flash floods. Additionally closed are portions of Wisconsin 175 North at I-94 and Brewers Boulevard.(Getty Images via AFP)

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Residents have been advised to report any roadway flooding, water backing up into basements, fallen trees or limbs, stuck or immobilized vehicles, and flooded areas. They should also refrain from walking or driving through standing water.(Getty Images via AFP)

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Heavy downpours brought as much as 13 inches of rain to parts of southeast Wisconsin overnight, resulting in widespread flooding across the region. (Getty Images via AFP)

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