Evacuation Recommended for Sauk County Residents Along Wisconsin River
Breaking News right now from NBC15 Madison : Sauk County Emergency Management is recommending residents along Levee Rd. & Plummer’s Grove in Town of Fairfield to evacuate. The earthen berm system is unstable at this time and DNR personnel monitoring the situation are unsure what may occur due to rising water.
Baraboo, WI – Sauk County Emergency Management is recommending those Sauk County residents along Levee Rd. and Plummer’s Grove in the Town of Fairfield, (near Lake Delton), seek alternative housing until further notice.
Water levels are expected to rise to 19 feet 6 inches or higher over the next few days and maintain that level for several days. The earthen berm system is unstable at this time and Department of Natural Resource personnel monitoring the situation are unsure what may occur due to the rising water. Roads are expected to become water covered and first responders may be unable to reach residents in this area to render aid.
Levee Rd. has been closed from Hwy. T in Sauk County through Columbia Co.
Residents can call for Salvation Army at 608-356-4895 if they need sheltering.
Please sign up for up to date information at www.Nixle.com (Sauk Co. Nixle Emergency Information System)
