Governor Evers declares State of Emergency due to winter storm

(CBS 58) – Governor Evers declared a State of Emergency Monday throughout the entire State of Wisconsin due to the severe winter weather.

In a tweet, the governor wrote, “I want to make sure all state assets are available, including the Wisconsin National Guard if needed.” The State of Emergency is scheduled to last through Friday.

Due to severe winter weather, I have declared a State of Emergency throughout the State of Wisconsin. I want to make sure all state assets are available, including the Wisconsin National Guard if needed, to help communities across the state and keep people warm and safe. pic.twitter.com/U9fy4FPygh

— Governor Tony Evers (@GovEvers) January 28, 2019