After coverage from national and local media focused on the initial response to the Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy, a group of Children’s Wisconsin team members met with local television and radio station. The individuals reflected on the preparation and response by their teams, as well as what the experienced on a more individual level. 

Emergency plans were in place and executed with precision. Children’s Wisconsin staff attending the parade and hearing about the aftermath came into the hospital to help with the surge of patients. The emotional side of being ready for a tragedy like this underscores another way Children’s Wisconsin uniquely serves the community as the state’s largest Level 1 pediatric trauma center and largest pediatric intensive care unit. 

The following stories highlight some of the interviews doctors, nurses and family service employees who have been a part of caring for patients and families affected by the Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy. Many of these local stories were shared in other cities around the country. 

• WISN 12: Training helped prepared Children’s Wisconsin for mass casualty event.
  
• CBS 58: Best of our community: Children's Wisconsin staff discuss response to Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy.
  
• Fox 6: Waukesha Christmas Parade: Children’s Wisconsin workers share experience.
  
• WTMJ AM 620: The Steve Scaffidi Show: Children’s Wisconsin responds to Waukesha tragedy.