Wisconsin Emergency Preparedness
Based on 46 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Wisconsin.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in Wisconsin
Severe Storm (19 declarations)
Moderate Flood (19 declarations)
Moderate Tornado (6 declarations)
Low Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Wisconsin has had 46 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Flood 19
Severe Storm 19
Tornado 6
Biological 1
Snowstorm 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, And Mudslides 2025-09-11
Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-04-04
Severe Winter Storm And Flooding 2020-03-11
Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-Line Winds, And Flooding 2019-08-27
Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, And Landslides 2018-10-18
Preparedness Tips for Wisconsin
- ✓ Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on your home
- ✓ Have a battery-powered weather radio for severe storm alerts
- ✓ Keep flashlights and extra batteries in multiple rooms
- ✓ Know the difference between a watch (conditions possible) and a warning (happening now)
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Emergency Radio
Severe storm warnings save lives when power is out
Generator
Severe storms frequently cause extended power outages
First Aid Kit
Storm damage can cause injuries when help is delayed