Winnebago County Flood Update: Cleanup Begins, But Water Levels Remain High

WINNEBAGO COUNTY- As communities across Fremont, Wolf River, and surrounding areas continue recovering from recent flooding, Winnebago County Emergency Management says progress is being made, but challenges remain.

According to a county-wide status update issued Tuesday afternoon, officials are actively monitoring water levels, which are expected to recede slowly in the coming days. That slow decline is making cleanup efforts more difficult to coordinate, even as municipalities begin preparing debris removal and recovery operations.

Debris Drop-Off and Volunteer Cleanup This Weekend

The Town of Wolf River is moving forward with a debris drop-off and community cleanup effort:

• Friday, May 1: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• Saturday, May 2: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Drop-off locations include:

• Town of Wolf River Town Hall

• Chico’s Landing along Wolf River Road

At the same time, volunteers are being asked to assist with cleanup efforts, especially with nearly 100 homes impacted by flooding.

Those interested in helping can sign up through the Oshkosh Area United Way Volunteer Center or by clicking HERE.

Additional Help and Resources Available

Residents will have access to several important resources in the coming days:

• Free well water testing kits will be available at the Wolf River Town Hall during the cleanup event

• The American Red Cross will distribute flood cleanup kits on Wednesday from 2 PM to 7 PM at the Town of Fremont Town Hall

• Property damage can be reported through 211 Wisconsin online or by dialing 2-1-1

Officials say these reports help determine what resources are needed across the county.

Boating Restrictions and Active Warnings

The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office has issued a Slow No Wake order on all waterways, aimed at preventing additional shoreline damage.

There are currently three active alerts in place:

• Flood warning for the Wolf River and Lake Poygan

• Flood warning for the Fox River and Lake Winnebago

• Hazardous Weather Outlook noting continued minor flooding across the system

  
  

What Residents Should Do Now

Emergency management officials continue to emphasize a few key safety reminders:

• Avoid floodwaters and never drive through them

• Stay out of restricted or heavily impacted areas

• Follow official updates from local and county agencies

Residents dealing with damage are also encouraged to contact their insurance providers as soon as possible to begin the claims process.

A Long Road Ahead

While the shift toward cleanup marks an important step forward, officials say recovery will take time as water levels slowly drop and damage is fully assessed.

Community support, volunteer efforts, and continued awareness will play a major role in helping affected residents move forward.

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