City of Oshkosh Flooding Recedes - Thursday, 5/3/12 3:30 pm

Oshkosh, Wis. – The flooding caused by recent storms has now receded on City of Oshkosh streets, with the exception of the following areas: Ohio Street between 9th and 10th, South Main Street between 18th and 24th and Westfield and Taft. The Oshkosh Police Department has also indicated trucks should use 6th Avenue (East or West) for a truck route, and should not attempt to use Ohio Street. City crews are working to clear these streets as soon as possible.

Please do not call 911 to report flooding unless your basement appliances are submerged or otherwise underwater. Do not attempt to enter basement areas to address these issues.

The Oshkosh American Red Cross Office is providing people with free basic clean-up kits. These kits include a bucket, rubber gloves, hand brush, plastic tarp, cleaner/degreaser, bleach, sponge and mop. Those interested should call (920) 231-3590.

The City of Oshkosh would like to thank Oshkosh residents for their patience and
assistance during this incident.