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riversedge

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Sun Aug 10, 2025, 11:52 AM Aug 10

Milwaukee storms, flooding cancel USA Triathlon nationals [View all]

Source: wisn.com

USA Triathlon National Championships canceled as Milwaukee faces severe storms and flooding.

Updated: 8:28 AM CDT Aug 10, 2025


USA Triathlon has canceled its Sprint and Paratriathlon National Championships in Milwaukee due to unsafe conditions. The decision was announced Sunday morning, after officials assessed potential water conditions, flooding, and course damage.

The organization made the determination in partnership with Milwaukee city officials, local authorities, emergency services, and safety teams.

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"Athlete safety is always our highest priority," USA Triathlon officials stated. "We have been working throughout the morning hours with local authorities and our teams in an effort to still make today's events in Milwaukee possible."

The organization acknowledged participants' preparation efforts and promised to provide information about deferral and credit options. Athletes with questions can contact the Service Team at service@usatriathlon.org...............



Read more: https://www.wisn.com/article/milwaukee-storms-flooding-cancel-usa-triathlon-nationals/65646544



I hope it can be rescheduled.








https://www.nbcnews.com/weather/floods/flash-flooding-slams-midwest-rcna224137


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