Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued March 15 at 2:15AM CDT until March 16 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 12:15am
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
...DANGEROUS WINTER STORM TO IMPACT THE REGION THROUGH MONDAY
MORNING...
.A dangerous and potentially historic winter storm will impact the
region through Monday morning. Snow rates north of Interstate 90
will increase throughout the overnight. By early this morning
snowfall rates of 2 to 4 inches per hour are likely across portions
of northern Clark and Taylor Counties. Mixed precipitation is likely
near I-90 this morning where freezing rain accumulations of one to
three tenths of an inch of ice is likely. By this afternoon, much of
the area will switchover to snow with wind gusts increasing to 35 to
55 mph. This will result in widespread visibilities reductions to
1/4 mile or less at times where the Blizzard Warning is in effect.
Storm total snow accumulations will likely approach all-time records
in north-central Wisconsin with 18 to 36 inches of snow expected
north of Interstate 94. Travel will be impossible for much of the
area throughout the storm. Any travel should be reserved for
emergencies only. Power outages and tree damage will be possible
with the combination of heavy snow, ice, and increasing winds today.
* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow and sleet
accumulations between 9 and 14 inches and ice accumulations up to
one quarter of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Adams, Juneau, Vernon, La Crosse, and Monroe Counties.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice.
Travel could be nearly impossible. Widespread blowing snow could
significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down
tree branches.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. Visit 511wi.gov for road
conditions.
Area Description:
La Crosse; Monroe; Juneau; Adams; Vernon
Forcast Office:
NWS La Crosse WI
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