City of Janesville and Rock county Flood Event Press Conference 4/18/2026

This was a press conference held by the City of Janesville and Rock County on April 18, 2026, to address the recent severe flooding event impacting the region. Officials from the Rock County Sheriff's Office, City of Janesville Emergency Management, and other local agencies provided updates on emergency response efforts, including activation of the Emergency Operations Center, rescue operations, and infrastructure damage assessments. Key procurement-related topics included coordination with state agencies for additional assets, deployment and subsequent release of high-water vehicles, and ongoing evaluation of damaged roads, bridges, and public infrastructure. The City of Janesville also reported on a train derailment caused by a washout, with no hazardous spills and removal efforts underway. Officials emphasized continued monitoring, damage assessment planning, and outreach to residents to report damage via 211 to prioritize response and recovery efforts. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were mentioned, but the discussion highlighted the need for coordinated resource allocation and infrastructure repair planning.