NEW LONDON, Wis. — Heavy rains the past few days have resulted in severe flooding in New London.
On Wednesday, officials issued an evacuation order for all but the far eastern edge of the city, as the Wolf River overflowed its banks.
New London continues to seek volunteers to help fill sandbags. Updates are being posted on the city’s Facebook page.
Here is a glimpse of what portions of New London have looked like this week:
Floodwater covers a portion of New London, Wis., April 16, 2026. (Photo courtesy Katie Batten)
Floodwater covers a portion of New London, Wis., April 16, 2026. (Photo courtesy Katie Batten)
Floodwater covers a portion of New London, Wis., April 16, 2026. (Photo courtesy Katie Batten)
Floodwater covers a portion of New London, Wis., April 16, 2026. (Photo courtesy Katie Batten)
Floodwater covers a portion of New London, Wis., April 16, 2026. (Photo courtesy Katie Batten)
Floodwater covers a portion of New London, Wis., April 16, 2026. (Photo courtesy Katie Batten)
