Winter Storm Warning Issued for Marathon, Shawano, and Southern Oconto Counties; Up to 32 Inches of Snow Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Green Bay has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Marathon, Shawano, and Southern Oconto counties. The warning was issued on March 13 and remains in effect until 4:00 PM CDT on Monday, March 16.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions in Wisconsin:

• Marathon County
• Shawano County
• Southern Oconto County

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is expected throughout the warning period, with total snow accumulations forecast between 28 and 32 inches. In addition to the heavy snowfall, winds are expected to gust as high as 40 mph. These conditions will likely create areas of blowing snow, which could significantly reduce visibility for anyone on the roads.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM CDT on Saturday, March 14, and will continue until 4:00 PM CDT on Monday, March 16. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes.

What You Should Do

Residents are strongly advised to consider delaying all travel, as conditions could become very difficult to impossible. If travel is absolutely necessary, motorists should use extreme caution. Those who must travel should keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in their vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in the state you are calling from, dial 5 1 1.