Heavy rain can cause issues for your sump pump -- and so can sub-zero temperatures
GLENDALE -- Heavy rain can cause issues for your sump pump -- and so can sub-zero temperatures.
GLENDALE -- Heavy rain can cause issues for your sump pump -- and so can sub-zero temperatures.
After woman found frozen, EMS, fire officials warn you cannot underestimate the bitter cold
A Wind Chill Advisory issued for all of southeastern Wisconsin expired at noon on Monday, January 18th -- but still, it was dangerously cold outside, despite the lighter winds.It's the kind of weather that young children and the elderly may not want to venture out in.
A Wind Chill Advisory issued for all of southeastern Wisconsin expired at noon on Monday, January 18th -- but still, it was dangerously cold outside, despite the lighter winds.It's the kind of weather that young children and the elderly may not want to venture out in.
Sub-zero wind chills have mechanics, furnace repair crews busy: "They fail when they're working hardest"
MILWAUKEE -- Monday, January 18th was another bitterly cold day in southeastern Wisconsin.
MILWAUKEE -- Monday, January 18th was another bitterly cold day in southeastern Wisconsin.
Church opens its doors to serve as warming shelter for "Angels Among Us" homeless outreach
MILWAUKEE -- The volunteer group "Angels Among Us" was looking for shelter space as the bitter cold has again blanketed southeastern Wisconsin -- and we have learned the group has found that space.
MILWAUKEE -- The volunteer group "Angels Among Us" was looking for shelter space as the bitter cold has again blanketed southeastern Wisconsin -- and we have learned the group has found that space.
Protecting seniors, among the most vulnerable, when the cold takes hold: Officials need your help
MILWAUKEE -- The bitterly cold temperatures we are seeing this week in southeastern Wisconsin has local officials and volunteers looking out for some of our community's most vulnerable.
MILWAUKEE -- The bitterly cold temperatures we are seeing this week in southeastern Wisconsin has local officials and volunteers looking out for some of our community's most vulnerable.
Bitterly cold start to the work week has police issuing an important warning
MILWAUKEE -- We're in for a bitterly cold start to the work week -- and that has Milwaukee police issuing a reminder.The Milwaukee Police Department tweeted the following message on Sunday, January 10th:Police say a vehicle with the keys inside provides an opportunity for thieves -- and we have seen a number of thefts of vehicles in recent weeks and months in and around Milwaukee.Peak hours for these thefts are between 4:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m.Police suggest using a remote starter or getting a club to the lock the wheel instead.Milwaukee police say there are about ten cars typically targeted for thefts.
MILWAUKEE -- We're in for a bitterly cold start to the work week -- and that has Milwaukee police issuing a reminder.The Milwaukee Police Department tweeted the following message on Sunday, January 10th:Police say a vehicle with the keys inside provides an opportunity for thieves -- and we have seen a number of thefts of vehicles in recent weeks and months in and around Milwaukee.Peak hours for these thefts are between 4:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m.Police suggest using a remote starter or getting a club to the lock the wheel instead.Milwaukee police say there are about ten cars typically targeted for thefts.
Bitterly cold start to the week has church opening its doors: "We welcome families to come out of the cold"
MILWAUKEE -- A bitterly cold Sunday, January 10th will lead to a cold first half of the week.
MILWAUKEE -- A bitterly cold Sunday, January 10th will lead to a cold first half of the week.
Red Cross officials respond to six weekend fires in WI, warn of risk of fire during cold stretches
STURTEVANT -- This weekend, American Red Cross responders were called to multiple fires, including one in southeastern Wisconsin, to provide health and emotional support, along with financial assistance for emergency needs such as food, shelter and clothing.Responses this weekend (from Friday, January 8th through Sunday, January 10th) include:
STURTEVANT -- This weekend, American Red Cross responders were called to multiple fires, including one in southeastern Wisconsin, to provide health and emotional support, along with financial assistance for emergency needs such as food, shelter and clothing.Responses this weekend (from Friday, January 8th through Sunday, January 10th) include:
Aldermen, residents call DPW's response to winter storm unacceptable: Mayor Barrett responds
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Wednesday, December 30th weighed in on the painful wait for plows in the city of Milwaukee after Monday's winter storm dumped nine inches of snow in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett on Wednesday, December 30th weighed in on the painful wait for plows in the city of Milwaukee after Monday's winter storm dumped nine inches of snow in Milwaukee.
Reminder now that there's snow on the ground: You're responsible for digging out fire hydrants
BROWN DEER -- Officials with the North Shore Fire Department and other departments are reminding folks after several inches of snow fell this week that they need your help following these winter storms.If you have a fire hydrant near your home, fire officials are asking that you dig it out.
BROWN DEER -- Officials with the North Shore Fire Department and other departments are reminding folks after several inches of snow fell this week that they need your help following these winter storms.If you have a fire hydrant near your home, fire officials are asking that you dig it out.
"Nobody can complain:" Plow drivers FINALLY making some money after mild start to winter
BROWN DEER -- We saw more snow than expected on Monday, December 28th as a winter storm pushed through.
BROWN DEER -- We saw more snow than expected on Monday, December 28th as a winter storm pushed through.
Cleaning up several inches of heavy, wet snow can be hazardous to your health: Tips on staying safe
MILWAUKEE -- The day after a big snowfall is when emergency rooms get crowded.
MILWAUKEE -- The day after a big snowfall is when emergency rooms get crowded.
Alderman announces pilot program for snow plowing within specific alleys this season
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Alderman Ashanti Hamilton has announced that the 1st Aldermanic District will be part of a city-sponsored pilot program for snow plowing this winter within specific alley sections.The Department of Public Works’ trial program will provide city officials with valuable information to determine the feasibility and cost of plowing alleys citywide.Under the pilot program, snow plows will clear snow after a minimum accumulation of three inches.The selected alley sections are within the boundaries of W.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Alderman Ashanti Hamilton has announced that the 1st Aldermanic District will be part of a city-sponsored pilot program for snow plowing this winter within specific alley sections.The Department of Public Works’ trial program will provide city officials with valuable information to determine the feasibility and cost of plowing alleys citywide.Under the pilot program, snow plows will clear snow after a minimum accumulation of three inches.The selected alley sections are within the boundaries of W.
DPW officials defend plowing operations during winter storm after criticism from aldermen
MILWAUKEE -- Two Milwaukee aldermen and some residents have taken issue with the city of Milwaukee's Department of Public Works over plowing efforts during and after the winter storm that dumped nine inches of snow in Milwaukee on Monday, December 28th.
MILWAUKEE -- Two Milwaukee aldermen and some residents have taken issue with the city of Milwaukee's Department of Public Works over plowing efforts during and after the winter storm that dumped nine inches of snow in Milwaukee on Monday, December 28th.
"It's been nuts:" FOX6 rides along with tow truck driver as winter storm creates issues for drivers
OZAUKEE COUNTY -- On Monday, December 28th we saw just our second winter storm in southeastern Wisconsin this season -- and for many, each year, the return to winter means re-learning how to drive in the snow and ice.
OZAUKEE COUNTY -- On Monday, December 28th we saw just our second winter storm in southeastern Wisconsin this season -- and for many, each year, the return to winter means re-learning how to drive in the snow and ice.
Wauwatosa Fire officials on scene of separate incidents involving trees on homes during storm
WAUWATOSA -- Officials with the Wauwatosa Fire Department on Monday, December 28th were called out for two large trees that came down on homes -- in separate incidents.The first incident happened on Church Street near Hillcrest Drive around 7:30 a.m.The second incident happened on N. 110th Place just before 3:00 p.m.We're told both of the trees that fell led to structural damage to these homes -- but no one was hurt.No one had to be displaced from either home as a result of these incidents.City crews hauled the tree away from the home on Church Street, and a tree removal company handled the tree at N. 110th Place.
WAUWATOSA -- Officials with the Wauwatosa Fire Department on Monday, December 28th were called out for two large trees that came down on homes -- in separate incidents.The first incident happened on Church Street near Hillcrest Drive around 7:30 a.m.The second incident happened on N. 110th Place just before 3:00 p.m.We're told both of the trees that fell led to structural damage to these homes -- but no one was hurt.No one had to be displaced from either home as a result of these incidents.City crews hauled the tree away from the home on Church Street, and a tree removal company handled the tree at N. 110th Place.
"Pretty terrible!" As winter storm dumps snow, sleet, freezing rain, biggest hazard was on the roads
RACINE COUNTY -- The biggest hazard seemed to be the roads on Monday, December 28th as a winter storm dumped snow, sleet and freezing rain on southeastern Wisconsin.
RACINE COUNTY -- The biggest hazard seemed to be the roads on Monday, December 28th as a winter storm dumped snow, sleet and freezing rain on southeastern Wisconsin.
Gas station canopy collapses in Cascade in Sheboygan County during winter storm
CASCADE -- Sheboygan County Sheriff's officials on Monday, December 28th were called out to a gas station after that gas station's canopy collapsed -- the second canopy collapse to occur in southeastern Wisconsin on Monday.It happened at Marshall's Gas & Goods on Madison Avenue near County Road NN in Cascade.We're told a deputy in the area noticed that the canopy had fallen over, but saw somebody from the business dealing with the issue.No one was hurt.There was no damage at the gas station -- other than to the canopy.It is believed that either wind or snow toppled the canopy.
CASCADE -- Sheboygan County Sheriff's officials on Monday, December 28th were called out to a gas station after that gas station's canopy collapsed -- the second canopy collapse to occur in southeastern Wisconsin on Monday.It happened at Marshall's Gas & Goods on Madison Avenue near County Road NN in Cascade.We're told a deputy in the area noticed that the canopy had fallen over, but saw somebody from the business dealing with the issue.No one was hurt.There was no damage at the gas station -- other than to the canopy.It is believed that either wind or snow toppled the canopy.
Winter storm leads to delays, cancellations at Mitchell Airport: "Hopefully we'll get there"
MILWAUKEE -- The winter storm that brought snow, sleet and freezing rain to southeastern Wisconsin on Monday, December 28th didn't just create a mess on area roadways.
MILWAUKEE -- The winter storm that brought snow, sleet and freezing rain to southeastern Wisconsin on Monday, December 28th didn't just create a mess on area roadways.
DPW crews work to salt, clear roads in Milwaukee as We Energies crews watch for outages
MILWAUKEE -- A Snow Emergency was declared in Milwaukee County on Monday afternoon, December 28th as snow, sleet and freezing rain fell across southeastern Wisconsin.As a result of that Snow Emergency, all non-essential departments were closed for the day.
MILWAUKEE -- A Snow Emergency was declared in Milwaukee County on Monday afternoon, December 28th as snow, sleet and freezing rain fell across southeastern Wisconsin.As a result of that Snow Emergency, all non-essential departments were closed for the day.