Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 15 at 6:55PM CDT until March 16 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 4:55pm
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
...HEAVY SNOW AND BLIZZARD CONDITIONS OVERNIGHT INTO MONDAY
MORNING...
.The second round of heavy snow seen spreading across the forecast
area this evening as strong winds gust 40 to 50 mph. Visibility
reductions observed across southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa
this evening spread east into Wisconsin concurrent with heavier
snowfall tonight. While heaviest snowfall rates overnight mostly
remain in northeast Iowa and southwest Wisconsin, strongest winds
perpetuate Blizzard conditions elsewhere, especially where highest
storm total snow has been realized. Highest additional snowfall
totals overnight expected from northeast Iowa through southwest into
central Wisconsin with an an additional 5" to 10" expected.
Dangerous travel conditions expected.
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between
2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Floyd, Mitchell, Chickasaw, and Howard Counties.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds
could bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with
your vehicle. Visit 511ia.org for road conditions.
Area Description:
Mitchell; Howard; Floyd; Chickasaw
Forcast Office:
NWS La Crosse WI