Blizzard Warning Issued for Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha Counties Through Monday Afternoon

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan WI has issued a Blizzard Warning for portions of Southeast Wisconsin. The alert is effective immediately and remains in place until 4:00 PM CDT on Monday, March 16.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the following regions:

• Milwaukee County
• Racine County
• Kenosha County

Expected Conditions

According to the National Weather Service, freezing rain and sleet will transition into snowfall over the next several hours. High snowfall rates of up to 1 inch per hour are expected to develop into early Monday morning. North winds will continue to gust between 40 and 45 MPH. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are anticipated. The combination of high snow rates and gusty winds will lead to blizzard conditions with visibilities falling below 1/4 of a mile.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning is in effect until 4:00 PM CDT Monday. Hazardous conditions are expected to persist through the Monday morning commute, with widespread blowing snow significantly reducing visibility.

What You Should Do

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle. Residents can obtain the latest road conditions by calling 5 1 1. A Blizzard Warning indicates that falling and blowing snow with strong winds will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous.