Winter Storm Warning Issued for Iron and Price Counties: Heavy Snow Expected

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A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Iron and Price counties from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday afternoon, with 4 to 8 inches of snow forecast.

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Iron and Price Counties

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Duluth, MN, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of northern Wisconsin. The warning was issued on March 10 at 12:51 PM CDT as heavy snow is expected to move into the region.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Price and Iron Counties. This geographic area includes the Tribal Lands of the northwestern area of the Lac du Flambeau Band.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised that travel could be very difficult. If travel is necessary, the National Weather Service recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in Wisconsin, travelers can call 511 or visit www.511wi.gov.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is the primary hazard for this weather event. Total snow accumulations are expected to range between 4 and 8 inches. These hazardous conditions are likely to significantly impact the Wednesday morning commute.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM CDT this afternoon, Tuesday, March 10. The alert is currently set to expire at 1:00 PM CDT on Wednesday, March 11.

Source: NOAA Official Notice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this weather alerts alert about?
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Iron and Price counties from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday afternoon, with 4 to 8 inches of snow forecast.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Northern Wisconsin. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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