Late winter storm could wreak havoc throughout Wisconsin this weekend
Governor Evers mobilizes state assistance as snowfall of 6 to 18 inches is forecasted, with hazardous travel and possible power outages expected across Wisconsin.
- On Saturday night, Gov. Tony Evers signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency as a winter storm is expected to impact Wisconsin through Monday morning.
- Meteorologists forecast a changeover to all snow by midday Sunday, with accumulations mainly Sunday afternoon through early Monday morning from a low pressure system and wraparound moisture.
- Regional forecasts show 3 to 6 inches near Milwaukee and Waukesha, 6 to 9 inches farther north, 9 to 12 near Fond du Lac, and 1 to 3 inches near Racine and Kenosha, with sleet and freezing rain possible.
- Evers urged Wisconsinites to stock up, prepare for power outages and follow trusted weather information, while the state stands ready to assist local partners amid possible downed trees.
- After warm weekend readings near 70, forecasters expect a sharp cooldown with temperatures returning to the 20s for Monday and Tuesday, raising concerns about a messy Monday commute after heavy snow and wind.
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Gov. Evers declares state of emergency for upcoming Wisconsin winter storm
Gov. Tony Evers signed an executive order to declare a state of emergency as Wisconsin prepares for a winter storm that will impact much of the state tonight and throughout the coming days.
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