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Flood Watch Returns With up to 3.5 Inches of Rain Expected

If it seems like we've been here before, we have - after last week's rains brought up to 5 inches of rain and flooding to some areas, another 2.5 to 3.5 inches is expected Wednesday to Friday

Apparently the memo hasn't gotten to Mother Nature to turn off the tap, as Wisconsin emerged from its drought, only to face flooding last week and again this week.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch that goes into effect noon Wednesday, and will continue until Friday at 7 a.m., according to Patch's media partners at WISN 12 Weather.Β  A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts. You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible flood warnings.

Another area of moderate to heavy rain is moving into the southern half of Wisconsin, adding as much as 2.5 to 3.5 inches of rain to already swollen streams and rivers. Some higher totals are possible.

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Specifically, officials are watching the Rock, Fox and Milwaukee Rivers as localized flooding caused concerns last week. The additional rain may be coming as the ground is thawed, but is still saturated. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Should you note street flooding or issues with storm water mitigation sites like culverts or retention ponds, please contact the Brookfield Department of Public Works at 262-782-9650; for issues related to sanitary sewer backups, call 262-782-0199. After hours emergencies should be directed to the Brookfield Police Department dispatch, 262-782-6200.

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