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Green Bay Flooded: Hail, Rain Disrupt Schools and Roads
15 Apr
Summary
- Green Bay received 2.19 inches of rainfall overnight, causing widespread flooding.
- Several roads and a zoo entrance were closed, with some areas experiencing significant water levels.
- School districts reported delays and closures due to the severe weather and flooding issues.
Green Bay experienced significant flooding and hail overnight due to a powerful thunderstorm. The area received 2.19 inches of rainfall, leading to multiple road closures in the Brown County area, including sections of Monroe Road/County GV and Hoffman Road. The NEW Zoo's south entrance and various parks also faced closures.
The severe weather prompted school closures and delays. The De Pere School District closed all schools on April 14, while the Green Bay School District experienced two-hour delays on several bus routes. The Suamico Fire Department conducted rescues, including assisting residents from a flooded home and a school bus.
Additional rain and thunderstorms are forecasted for the upcoming week, with the potential for another inch or two of rain. A flood watch is in effect for Brown and surrounding counties until April 15, with a flood warning issued for the East River near Greenleaf. Flooding is expected to persist due to recent storms and snowmelt.
