Wisconsin Governor Requests Federal Aid After July EF-3 Tornado
Wisconsin Governor Requests Federal Aid After July EF-3 Tornado
US · Published Aug 27, 2026
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has formally requested a federal disaster declaration from President Donald Trump following severe storms and a confirmed EF-3 tornado that struck the state on July 27,
The storm caused significant damage in Menasha and Appleton, as well as across Forest, Outagamie, Vilas, and Winnebago counties. High winds, hail, and power outages disrupted public water systems and caused widespread destruction. Joint assessments by Wisconsin Emergency Management and FEMA estimate $13.8 million in public infrastructure damage and $8.2 million in residential damage. The governor has requested federal assistance for individual aid, public infrastructure repairs, and hazard mitigation grants to strengthen the state’s resilience against future disasters. State recovery efforts are ongoing, including a state of emergency declaration and deployment of the Wisconsin National Guard.

Impact & Risks

The July 27 storms have left a significant impact on northeastern Wisconsin, with thousands of residents and businesses affected. The EF-3 tornado caused extensive damage to homes, public infrastructure, and utilities, leaving many families in a precarious situation. The total damage is estimated at over $22 million, with more than 2,340 homes affected. Local officials have described the event as one of the most severe natural disasters in the region’s history. The disruption to public water systems and the risk of price gouging on essential goods have added to the challenges faced by affected communities.

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