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From The Journal Times.com:

Journal Times Staff

Members of the Division BMX Stunt Team performed at Party on the Pavement in downtown Racine on Saturday.

RACINE — Downtown Racine Corporation's 23rd Annual Party on the Pavement, which was scheduled to take place from noon to 7 p.m. Sept. 19, has been canceled.

According to a news release from DRC, the decision was made after consulting staff, entertainment and production partners, and reviewing weather alerts and forecasts.

"The combination of the current weather alerts, potential thunderstorms and lightning, and the inability to safely provide the entertainment and overall event experience we promised ultimately made this the responsible decision," the release said. "The safety of our vendors, entertainers, downtown businesses, staff and thousands of attendees has to come first."

DRC said that all vendors will receive full refunds of their vendor fees.

From: https://journaltimes.com/news/local/article_76d422d0-81ab-4ba7-8351-dc2f05518683.html#tracking-source=home-top-story

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Amid storms, flash flood warning issued for Racine and Kenosha County

From JSOnline:

Jack AlbrightCaden Perry

The thunderstorms blanketing much of southern Wisconsin have hit Kenosha and Racine, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a flash flood warning in both counties until 3 p.m. Monday, July 27.

Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have already fallen, with another 1-2 inches possible. The additional rain is expected to flood small creeks, streets — including highways — along with low-lying areas.

The National Weather Service recommends residents turn around when encountering flooded roads and not try to drive through them.

See weather radar for Racine County

What is a flash flood?

A flash flood is a flood caused by heavy or excessive rainfall in a period of 6 hours or less, according to the NWS.

Flash floods are usually characterized by sudden onset torrents that develop after heavy rains. A flash flood can take just minutes to develop and is possible in areas not immediately receiving rain.

What's the difference between a flash flood watch and a flash flood warning?

A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is imminent or occurring. If you are in a flood prone area and receive a warning, you should act immediately and move to high ground.

In contrast, the NWS only issues a flash flood watch when flash flooding is possible but not occuring imminently.

What to do during a flood warning

• Evacuate immediately if advised to do so.
• Use a battery-operated radio or television to get the latest emergency information.
• Do not walk through floodwater. It only takes six inches of floodwater to sweep you off your feet if it is moving swiftly.
• Turn around, don't drown; do not drive into a flooded street. Cars can be swept away by two feet of moving water. There may be unseen damage to the road as well. If you come to a flooded area, turn around and go another way. Most flood-related deaths are caused by people driving through water.
• Watch out for fire hazards.
• Move to higher ground.
• Stay alert, turn weather notifications on.
• Do not allow children to play in flowing water. Waters can hide rocks, trees and debris.

From: https://www.jsonline.com/story/weather/2026/07/27/flash-flood-warning-issued-by-nws-for-racine-and-kenosha-counties/91065271007/

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