Wisconsin Governor, Scott Walker, has declared a state of emergency in the region as a winter storm closes in.
According to initial predictions the winter storm is expected to be fierce, with snow fall of as much as 17 inches in some areas.
Governor Scott Walker said in a statement: "I issued this executive order to make sure Wisconsin is prepared for whatever this winter storm may bring. Mobilizing our state agency resources during this storm will ensure we leave nothing to chance when it comes to protecting the citizens of Wisconsin."
Walker's declaration of a state of emergency means that various bodies will be put on alert ready to tackle emergencies as they arise. The bodies include the Wisconsin Emergency Management, the Wisconsin National Guard and the State Patrol .... http://www.christianpost.com
