MANAWA, WI- Heavy flooding has forced the closure of lanes on WIS 22 near Manawa in Waupaca County. The incident occurred around 11:30 AM on July 5, 2024, affecting both northbound and southbound traffic at the intersection of WIS 22 and WIS 54 as well as at Highway N.
According to the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department, the closure is expected to last approximately two hours. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes as all lanes in both directions are currently blocked.
For further information, the public can contact the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department at 715-258-4466. Real-time traffic updates are also available on 511 Wisconsin’s Twitter page.
There have been reports that people have called dispatch requesting water rescues and some reports indicating water up to the steering wheel on vehicles, with people stuck in cars. It was reported by the National Weather Service of Green Bay that a local nursing home was evacuated.
The National Weather Service has advised people to avoid travel and seek higher ground.
The situation is being monitored closely, and updates will be provided as they become available. Drivers are urged to exercise caution and plan their travel accordingly.
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