Archive · 10 Aug 2025
Severe Weather Cancels Wisconsin State Fair and Causes Widespread Disruption
Big storms brought a lot of rain to the Midwest, causing problems.
The Wisconsin State Fair had to close early because of flooding.
Milwaukee and nearby areas got lots of rain, leading to flooded streets and power outages for many people.
Firefighters were busy helping with emergencies.
Even a triathlon event got cancelled due to the weather.
Sadly, a woman died in Nebraska when a tree fell on her car.
Wisconsin State Fair cancelled due to flash floods and power outages.
Heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding across multiple Midwest states.
Nearly 47,000 We Energies customers experienced power outages in southeast Wisconsin.
Milwaukee firefighters responded to over 600 calls related to the storm.
USA Triathlon's Sprint and Paratriathlon National Championships in Milwaukee were cancelled.
- Who
- Wisconsin State Fair organizers, residents of impacted areas, We Energies customers, Milwaukee firefighters.
- What
- Cancellation of Wisconsin State Fair and other events due to severe weather.
- When
- Sunday, August 11th, and preceding days.
- Where
- Southeastern Wisconsin and other Midwest states, including Nebraska.
- Why
- Due to heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and widespread power outages.
Fair Organizers
Public Safety Officials
Fair Cancellation Justification
Fair Organizers
Prioritized safety and made the difficult decision to cancel the fair's final day.
Public Safety Officials
Not applicable
- Event Cancelled
- Wisconsin State Fair
- Location
- West Allis, Wisconsin (State Fair)
- Power Outages
- Nearly 47,000 We Energies customers affected
- Rainfall
- Up to 10 inches in some areas
- Emergency Calls
- Milwaukee firefighters responded to over 600 calls
- Other Cancelled Event
- USA Triathlon's Sprint and Paratriathlon National Championships
Sources
Wisconsin State Fair Hit By Flash Floods, Vehicles Trapped In Milwaukee, Lynyrd Skynyrd Concert Canceled - What We Know So Far
Flash flood warning for Southeastern Wisconsin — Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties impacted
