Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 14 at 12:46PM CDT until March 15 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 14, 2026 - 10:46am
Expires:
March 14, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
...DANGEROUS WINTER STORM MOVES IN THIS EVENING...
.A dangerous and potentially historic winter storm will move into
the region this evening and continue through early Monday morning.
Snow will move into the region this evening north of Interstate 90
with snowfall rates increasing throughout the overnight. By early
Sunday 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 Sunday morning where freezing rain
accumulations of one to three tenths of an inch of ice is likely. By
Sunday afternoon, much of the area will switchover to snow with wind
gusts increasing to 35 to 50 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 on Sunday.
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, mixed precipitation
expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and
ice accumulations around one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as
high as 35 mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions
expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations between 4 and 6
inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. Winds gusting
as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Mitchell and Howard Counties.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 1 AM to 10 AM CDT
Sunday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 10 AM Sunday to 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.
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Visit 511ia.org for road
conditions.
Area Description:
Mitchell; Howard
Forcast Office:
NWS La Crosse WI