Flooding Closes Sections of I-43 in Milwaukee

Flooding Closes Sections of I-43 in Milwaukee

The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office has ordered closures on I-43 due to rising floodwaters. The action affects stretches of the interstate inside Milwaukee.

Closures and locations

A full closure is in effect on southbound I-43 at Becher. A full closure is imminent on northbound I-43 at Holt.

  • Southbound I-43 at Becher: closed.
  • Northbound I-43 at Holt: closure expected shortly.

Safety advisory and weather alert

The sheriff’s office urged people to stay off the roads. If travel is unavoidable, drivers were told to proceed with caution.

A Flash Flood Warning covers Milwaukee County on Thursday, April 15 until 11:00 p.m. The warning accompanies flooding that closes sections and affects I-43 in Milwaukee.

What drivers should know

Officials emphasize traffic restrictions are for public safety. Motorists should monitor local updates before traveling.

Reporting for Filmogaz.com.