Radio To The Rescue Once Again
• News-Talk WTMJ and WKTI (94.5 KTI Country)/Milwaukee have initiated “Wisconsin Strong — Storm Relief,” a fundraiser to benefit the victims of this month’s historic severe weather and flooding around the state of Wisconsin. The WTMJ “Wisconsin Strong — Storm Relief” Radiothon airs Friday, August 31 from 3-6:30pm. Volunteers from the American Red Cross will be taking donations at 414-967-5417.
“Many towns in our state have been ravaged by high winds and major flooding,” said Tom Langmyer, VP/GM of WTMJ & WKTI and VP of News/Talk/Sports for The E.W. Scripps Company. “We want to encourage our listeners to help our neighbors recover from the major damage left in the wake of these powerful storms. Through our Radiothon this Friday, story coverage and grassroots volunteerism, we hope to make a positive and quick difference in our region.”
Record flooding in WTMJ’s listening area caused by more than a foot of rain in less than 24 hours has caused major damage in many local communities. Several tornadoes uprooted trees, snapped utility poles and downed power lines, while rising flood waters have caused concern in Thiensville, near Milwaukee, where the river crest is close to record levels.
Eric Brooks, WTMJ Director of Programming and News remarked, “All money raised goes directly to storm and flood relief around the state of Wisconsin, and will support victims with shelter, food and cleanup kits. We’re grateful to our sister station, KTI Country for their partnership — and to Today’s TMJ4 for their coverage in support of those who have lost so much.” Listeners can also donate online at WTMJ.com and KTICountry.com.
