West Allis resident still reeling after floods as officials warn about used cars with hidden damage

WEST ALLIS, Wis. — More than a month after historic floods devastated parts of southeast Wisconsin, one local family shares their struggle to recover emotionally and financially from the damage left behind. With many flood-damaged vehicles now circulating the market, state officials are urging buyers to use caution when shopping for used cars.

"You see the streets, you know, they look clean, but everything, all the stress, is still there,” said resident Ignacio Manjarrez.

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Just over a month ago, Manjarrez woke up to find his basement flooded and his car submerged in water as historic floods swept through his West Allis neighborhood.

He said he, his wife and their 2-year-old daughter had at least $20,000 in damage and lost countless m