Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 15 at 12:39PM CDT until March 15 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 10:39am
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS WITH ADDITIONAL SNOW MOVING IN THIS
AFTERNOON...
.The first round of this winter storm is will continue to exit east
into eastern WI which will leave a brief lull across the area for
the early afternoon. During this period, winds will begin to
increase with wind gusts of 40 to 55 mph by the early evening. This
will result in blizzard conditions where a Blizzard Warning is in
effect. Dangerous travel conditions are expected during this period,
particularly north of Interstate 90 where already fallen snowfall
totals of 12 to 24 inches will see significant drifting with the
increasing winds. A secondary round of accumulating snow will move
into the region late this afternoon and into the morning hours on
Monday with highest additional totals favored in west-central and
southwest Wisconsin with snow exiting the region by noon on Monday.
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations
between 4 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...Allamakee, Clayton, Fayette, and Winneshiek Counties.
* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon 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. Strong winds
could cause tree damage.
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:
Winneshiek; Allamakee; Fayette; Clayton
Forcast Office:
NWS La Crosse WI