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Gale Warning
Issued: 3:09 PM Feb. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 PM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...East winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt expected. * WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 10 PM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. &&
Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: 7:58 AM Feb. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations up to 3 inches and ice accumulations around one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Ashland and Iron Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the northwestern area of the Lac du Flambeau Band and the Bad River Reservation. Other locations including Madeline Island. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is favored for the northern half of the county while ice is more likely for the southern half. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 511 or visit www.511wi.gov for Wisconsin road information. &&
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