Milwaukee Flood Crisis Exposes Infrastructure Vulnerabilities Amid Record-Breaking Rains

The Milwaukee area is grappling with the aftermath of a historic deluge that dumped more than 14 inches of rain in less than 24 hours this past weekend—an unofficial state record. This extreme weather event caused multiple rivers to surge to record-high levels, inundating neighborhoods, washing out vehicles, and leaving thousands without power. While no deaths have been reported, the scale of disruption raises uncomfortable questions: How prepared are America’s cities to handle such catastrophic weather events? And how much longer will families endure recurring devastation because of broken infrastructure and inadequate government response? Why Did Milwaukee Flood So Severely?...