Milwaukee Airport Closed Because of Flooding

Heavy rains and flooding in Milwaukee, have caused the Milwaukee airport to close temporarily.  According to available information, the airport will remain closed at least until noon today since the runways at the airport are under water.

On the General Mitchell International Airport website we can read the following statement:
“DUE TO FLOODING ON THE AIRFIELD AND ROADWAYS LEADING TO THE AIRPORT, MITCHELL AIRPORT IS CLOSED UNTIL AT LEAST NOON, FRIDAY.
Travelers should contact their airlines before heading to the airport to determine the status of their flights and make alternative arrangements if needed. “
“We’re still seeing a large amount of standing water… grass areas … flooded and spilling onto runways,” said airport spokesperson Ryan McAdams.
Recent storms in the area have gathered up to 7 inches of rain, the National Weather service has issued a flash flood watch that will remain until Saturday.