Winter Storm Warning Issued for Rusk County: 15 to 20 Inches of Snow Forecast

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Rusk County. This alert follows a powerful winter storm on track to bring extreme snow accumulations and gusty winds to the Upper Midwest.

Affected Areas

This warning specifically affects Rusk County in Wisconsin.

What You Should Do

Travel is expected to become very difficult or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents are encouraged to call 5 1 1 or visit 511wi.gov for the latest road conditions. Additionally, the snow is expected to be wet and very heavy, creating a potential health hazard for those shoveling and increasing the risk of infrastructure damage.

Expected Conditions

• Snowfall: Total snow accumulations between 15 and 20 inches are expected. Snowfall rates could reach 2 inches per hour on Saturday evening and overnight.
• Wind: Northwest winds will increase to 35 to 45 mph on Sunday, with gusts as high as 40 mph during the warning period.
• Visibility: Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility, creating periods of blizzard conditions on Sunday.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 10:00 PM CDT Saturday, March 14, until 7:00 AM CDT Monday, March 16. Hazardous conditions are also noted to impact commutes as early as Friday. The heaviest snow is expected to fall Saturday evening and overnight, with diminishing snow but increasing winds throughout Sunday.