Ferryville, WI Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...Reduced visibilities due heavy snow and strong winds...

An band of snow is moving to the east-southeast into western
Wisconsin. Visibilities within this band of snow could drop to
1/2 to 1/4 of a mile for a brief time before improving once the
band passes. Those traveling early this morning should be prepared
for sudden changes in driving conditions.

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Highest total snow accumulations
between 12 and 18 inches with localized amounts approaching 24
inches possible. Lesser amounts of 6 to 12 inches of snow possible
outside of this band. A glaze of ice is also possible if the storm
trends further north. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, southwest, and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

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...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 to 70 mph.
These winds are already occurring!

* WHERE...Crawford, Grant, Richland, and Vernon Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

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