Gwen Moore Urges President Trump to Approve Federal Disaster Declaration for Wisconsin Flood Victims

Wisconsin Flood Devastation

• 📌 A severe flood, described as a 'thousand-year flood,' struck southeastern Wisconsin on August 9th, causing significant damage.
• 💧 The floodwaters led to sewage backups, left thousands without power, and forced many residents from their homes, with recent reports indicating loss of life.

First Responders' Efforts

• 🚒 Brave first responders, including the Milwaukee Fire Department, worked tirelessly, responding to over 600 calls and rescuing individuals trapped by the surging waters.

Request for Federal Assistance

• 🤝 At Governor Tony Evers' request, FEMA teams collaborated with state and county authorities to assess the damage.
• 💰 Governor Evers has formally requested a major disaster declaration to provide federal assistance to affected households, businesses, and public assets.
• 📢 Representative Gwen Moore urges President Trump to immediately approve the governor's request, emphasizing the critical role of the federal government in disaster recovery.
• ✅ The request for a federal disaster declaration is supported by the entire Wisconsin congressional delegation across both parties.