Winter Weather Advisory until 10:00AM Saturday
CENTRAL WISCONSIN, WI (OnFocus) – Residents in Taylor and Clark Counties are urged to prepare for potentially hazardous travel conditions as the National Weather Service issues a freezing rain advisory for late tonight.
Rain is forecasted to sweep across the region this evening, with temperatures dropping after midnight, leading to a transition to freezing rain. This poses a significant risk to travel safety, especially for those residing north of Interstate 94.
Taylor and northern Clark counties are expected to experience an 80-100% chance of icing through mid-morning on Saturday, with total ice accumulations up to 0.1 inch. Eastern Taylor County may see locally higher amounts, reaching up to 0.2 inch.
Untreated or secondary roads are likely to become slick, and elevated surfaces such as bridges are at risk of icing over. Motorists and pedestrians should exercise extra caution when navigating these potentially treacherous conditions.
The National Weather Service has issued the following details regarding the impending weather event:
- WHAT: Mixed precipitation expected, with total ice accumulations of approximately 0.1 inch. Locally higher amounts possible across eastern Taylor County.
- WHERE: Taylor and Clark Counties.
- WHEN: From 2 AM to 10 AM CDT Saturday.
- IMPACTS: Plan on slippery road conditions.
While conditions are expected to improve by mid-morning Saturday as temperatures rise, residents are advised to stay informed about any further updates or advisories from local authorities.
For more information and updates on weather conditions, residents are encouraged to monitor local news outlets and official weather channels.
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Author: News Desk
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