The National Weather Service in Milwaukee has issued a wind advisory that will be in effect from 7 PM this evening until 7 AM CDT tomorrow, signaling a period of challenging weather conditions for the region; with north winds expected to range from 20 to 25 mph and gusts peaking at 45 mph, residents need to prepare for potential hazards that may arise, according to the NWS Milwaukee.
Today's inclement weather outlook is not just limited to gusty winds, as the forecast also anticipates a transition from rain to snow in the evening that, in addition to the wind, could lead to blowing snow, making travel treacherous. Unsecured objects are at risk of being blown around, and power outages might occur due to tree limbs being blown down—a detail highlighted by the advisory and certainly one to take seriously, especially with localized areas expected to continue experiencing blowing snow until midday tomorrow.
In line with the latest updates, there's a strong indication that today won't be all clear skies—the region has a forecast for rain, primarily after 2 PM, with the possibility of thunderstorms that may pack enough punch to become severe near the Illinois state line, bringing concerns about large hail, strong winds, and even a tornado threat. This alert comes directly from the National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan, WI.
Rounding out the week's weather, Milwaukee can expect a 30 percent chance of snow before 7 AM tomorrow, with conditions clearing up for a high around 40 degrees. Meanwhile, Friday will usher in more varying conditions, with partly sunny skies and a high near 52, followed by a chance of rain before 4 AM leading into Saturday. Mostly sunny conditions will continue until next week, with a lingering chance of rain.
Residents should be advised to take necessary safety measures, such as securing loose items outdoors and approaching high-profile vehicle driving with caution, as the winds and weather fluctuations hitting Milwaukee might make even the most trivial of activities, like putting out the trash cans, a second thought worth considering, and ensuring that emergency kits and plans are at the ready should power outages or travel disruptions follow in the wake of the forthcoming gusts, as per the advisory from the National Weather Service.
