Winter Storm Warning for Bayfield County: Up to 20 Inches of Snow and 40 MPH Wind Gusts Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Duluth, MN, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Bayfield County. This alert covers two distinct periods of heavy snowfall and hazardous conditions.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts Bayfield County in Wisconsin. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Red Cliff Band and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: The first phase of the storm will bring up to two inches of additional snow. The second phase is expected to bring significant totals between 15 and 20 inches, though northern Bayfield County may see slightly lower amounts between 9 and 16 inches.
• Wind: Wind gusts are expected to reach as high as 40 mph.
• Visibility: Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
• Impacts: Travel could become very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to avoid travel if possible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in Wisconsin, call 511 or visit www.511wi.gov.

Timeline

• First Warning: Effective until 7:00 PM CDT this evening, Friday, March 13.
• Second Warning: Effective from 1:00 AM Sunday, March 15, until 7:00 AM CDT Monday, March 16.