Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 15 at 11:49AM CDT until March 15 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 9:49am
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, mixed precipitation.
Additional snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and ice
accumulations up to one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as
40 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy mixed precipitation
expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches and ice
accumulations around a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 50
mph.
* WHERE...Dane and Iowa Counties.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this
evening. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 4
PM CDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring
down tree branches. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses,
will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop
below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds
and weight of snow and ice on tree limbs may down power lines and
could cause sporadic power outages.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
Area Description:
Iowa; Dane
Forcast Office:
NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI