Special Weather Statement Minnesota, Wisconsin | Effective 04/02/2026 08:38

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 2 at 10:38AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 2, 2026 - 8:38am
Expires: 
April 2, 2026 - 11:00am
Description: 
Freezing rain from earlier in the day remains coated on trees and power lines across the area, especially on higher terrain. Easterly winds have increased, putting additional strain on these ice-coated surfaces. Reports of scattered downed trees and power outages continue to be received and expect that this risk will persist through the midday hours. Please exercise caution if driving in wooded areas and stay clear of any downed power lines.
Area Description: 
Wabasha; Dodge; Olmsted; Winona; Fillmore; Houston; Buffalo; Trempealeau; Jackson; La Crosse; Monroe; Juneau; Adams; Vernon; Richland
Forcast Office: 
NWS La Crosse WI