Blizzard Warning Issued for Central and Northeastern Wisconsin: Up to 30 Inches of Snow Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Green Bay has issued a Blizzard Warning for several counties in central and northeastern Wisconsin. This follows an initial Winter Storm Warning as a significant weather system moves through the region.

Affected Areas

The warning impacts the following geographic regions in Wisconsin:

• Marathon
• Langlade
• Lincoln
• Menominee
• Shawano
• Southern Oconto County

Expected Conditions

Residents should prepare for heavy snow, which may briefly mix with sleet late Saturday night into early Sunday. Total snow accumulations are expected to range between 18 and 24 inches, with localized amounts reaching up to 30 inches possible.

In addition to the heavy snowfall, wind gusts as high as 50 mph are forecast. These winds will cause considerable blowing and drifting snow, leading to blizzard conditions and whiteouts. The combination of heavy snow and high winds may also bring down tree branches and cause power outages.

Timeline

The weather event will occur in two distinct phases:

• Winter Storm Warning: In effect from 9:00 PM Saturday to 10:00 AM CDT Sunday.
• Blizzard Warning: In effect from 10:00 AM Sunday to 4:00 PM CDT Monday.

The Monday morning commute is expected to be severely impacted by these conditions.

What You Should Do

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle, including an extra flashlight, food, and water. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.