Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs Announces Arrival of FEMA Preliminary Damage Assessment Teams in Milwaukee Metro Area
MILWAUKEE, WI — Today, the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs (DMA) announced the arrival of Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) teams from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on Thursday, August 21, to assist in assessing damage caused by the severe storms and flooding that impacted Southeast Wisconsin between August 9 and 11, 2025.
The PDA teams will begin operations immediately and are expected to continue assessments throughout the week. Residents and business owners in impacted areas are encouraged to cooperate with the teams as they conduct interviews and property inspections.
“The safety and well-being of Wisconsin residents is our top priority. These severe storms have caused significant hardship, and we are committed to ensuring that those affected receive the support they need. The collaboration between state and federal agencies through this damage assessment process is critical to unlocking the resources necessary for recovery,” Governor Tony Evers said.
“This assessment is an important part of ensuring that Wisconsin receives the support it needs to recover fully from this severe weather event,” said Greg Engle, the administrator of Wisconsin Emergency Management. “We appreciate the cooperation of Milwaukee residents and business owners as we work alongside FEMA to evaluate the damage and explore all avenues for federal aid.”
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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