Flash flood warning issued for Milwaukee and Waukesha counties
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- People throughout Southeast Wisconsin are battling intense flooding and storms, with a flash flood warning running through 5 a.m. Sunday morning for Milwaukee County.
Anyone in an impacted area is advised not to travel unless fleeing a flooded area or following evacuation orders.
The Wisconsin State Fair closed early Saturday night, canceling a Lynyrd Skynyrd concert on the main stage due to the severe weather. Photos captured people trying to leave as they worked their way through the flooded parking lots and exits.
And on the highways, many vehicles are stranded in heavy floodwaters. Some travelers barreling through the excess water, along Wisconsin Highway 175 at the Stadium Interchange.
Inside American Family Field Saturday night, a leaky roof as rain seeped into the ballpark as the Brewers took on the Mets.
A spokesperson with Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport confirmed that some flights were delayed due to the storms.
There is currently a flash flood warning issued for Milwaukee and Waukesha counties. It is set to be in effect until Sun. Aug. 10, until 5 a.m.