Milwaukee, WI – Residents near Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport may see a large emergency response Saturday morning as multiple counties participate in a coordinated safety drill.
According to the Milwaukee Fire Department, a mass casualty exercise under the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 8, 2025. The training will involve emergency crews from seven southeastern Wisconsin counties, including strike teams of at least five ambulances and a fire chief from each county.
Officials say the drill is scheduled and non-emergency, simulating a large-scale response scenario near the airport. It’s intended to test regional coordination and response readiness in the event of a real disaster.
The exercise is expected to conclude around 10:30 a.m., and residents or travelers in the area are advised not to call 911 if they observe increased emergency vehicle traffic or activity during that time.
“This type of drill ensures our mutual aid system functions seamlessly across county lines when real emergencies occur,” the department said in its alert.
Motorists near the airport may experience brief delays or detours while units move through the area, though normal airport operations are not expected to be affected.
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