Winter Storm Warning Issued for Ozaukee County: Heavy Snow and Ice Expected Through Monday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan WI has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Ozaukee County. The alert is effective immediately and is scheduled to remain in place until 4:00 PM CDT on Monday, March 16.

Affected Areas

This weather alert specifically covers Ozaukee County.

Expected Conditions

Residents should prepare for heavy mixed precipitation. The National Weather Service forecasts additional snow and sleet accumulations between 4 and 6 inches, along with ice accumulations ranging from one-tenth to one-quarter of an inch. Strong winds are also expected, with gusts reaching as high as 50 mph. These winds will likely cause significant blowing and drifting of snow from Sunday night into Monday.

Timeline

The warning is in effect from Sunday afternoon through 4:00 PM CDT on Monday, March 16. Hazardous conditions, including blowing snow and reduced visibility, are expected to persist throughout this window.

What You Should Do

Authorities urge residents to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in multiple layers of clothing to stay warm and cover all exposed skin to reduce the risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Be sure to wear gloves, a scarf, and a hat to retain body heat.

Travel should be delayed if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, motorists are advised to use extreme caution. Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, are likely to become slick and hazardous. Visibility may drop below one-quarter mile due to falling and blowing snow. Additionally, the weight of snow and ice combined with high winds may down tree limbs and power lines, potentially causing sporadic power outages.