NEW LONDON, WI – Signs of normalcy are beginning to return to downtown New London as the city moves forward with its re-entry plan following last week’s flooding.
As of Wednesday afternoon, much of the downtown area has reopened to the public, though some sections remain restricted to residents and authorized cleanup crews. City officials have set up checkpoints to control access to still-flooded neighborhoods, allowing entry only to those with a specific purpose related to recovery efforts.
Local businesses are slowly beginning the process of reopening, with some able to resume operations while others face significant cleanup and repairs.
Officials say recovery timelines will vary, with some businesses expected to be back quickly, while others could take weeks or even months to fully reopen.
Despite the challenges, the reopening marks an important step forward as the community continues working toward recovery.
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