Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued March 15 at 6:37AM CDT until March 16 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 4:37am
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow and some mixed precipitation expected. Total
snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches and ice accumulations
around a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 45 MPH leading to
blowing and drifting snow. Near blizzard conditions are possible
later Sunday night into early Monday morning.
* WHERE...Iowa County.
* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM CDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...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 on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause
sporadic power outages.
Instruction:
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
Forcast Office:
NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Sender: