CENTRAL WISCONSIN, WI (OnFocus) – A winter storm watch is in effect until 6:00am on Saturday, December 24. Heavy snow is possible, with snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches possible through Thursday with additional accumulations through Friday night likely. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. (Reminder: Check your CO detectors & vents!)
This watch impacts portions of central, north central, southwest and west central Wisconsin. Plan for slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commutes starting Thursday morning. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
If you have travel plans ahead of the Christmas weekend, consider altering or delaying them if possible.
* AFFECTED AREAS: TAYLOR … CLARK … BUFFALO … TREMPEALEAU … JACKSON … LA CROSSE … MONROE … JUNEAU … ADAMS … VERNON … CRAWFORD … RICHLAND … GRANT
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