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...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and
9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Crawford, Grant, and Richland Counties.
* WHEN...Until 1 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.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. Visit 511wi.gov for road
conditions.
Area Description:
Crawford; Richland; Grant
Forcast Office:
NWS La Crosse WI