Wausau on the Wisconsin River in central Wisconsin faces moderate tornado and flooding risk. The Wisconsin River creates flooding risk and the city has experienced flood events. Wausau serves as the regional hub for central Wisconsin emergency coordination. The city hosts major paper and insurance industry facilities creating industrial emergency planning considerations.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (715) 261-6700 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-39 US-51 WI-29 WI-153 |
| Elevation | 1175 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Marathon County WI
Wisconsin · Tornado / Flash Flooding
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5/10
Moderate Risk