Winter Storm and Blizzard Warnings Issued for Central and Northeast Wisconsin

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Green Bay, WI, has issued a Winter Storm Warning followed by a Blizzard Warning for portions of central and northeast Wisconsin. The alert indicates a high certainty of severe winter weather impacts through Monday afternoon.

Affected Areas

The following Wisconsin counties are included in the warning area:

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

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. Residents can obtain the latest road conditions by calling 511.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is expected, which may briefly mix with sleet late tonight into early Sunday. Total snow accumulations are forecast between 20 and 30 inches. Winds are expected to gust as high as 45 mph, resulting in considerable blowing and drifting snow. These conditions will create whiteout and blizzard conditions Sunday into Monday. The heavy snow load combined with gusty winds could also bring down tree branches and cause power outages.

Timeline

• Winter Storm Warning: In effect until 10:00 AM CDT Sunday, March 15.
• Blizzard Warning: In effect from 10:00 AM CDT Sunday until 4:00 PM CDT Monday, March 16.

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