Residents in Milwaukee and surrounding counties faced a gusty and snowy morning as the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Wind Advisory and Winter Weather Advisory across the region. In an early morning report, NWS highlighted that northwest winds were blowing at 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. While the Wind Advisory was set to expire at 7 AM CDT, those in east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin were advised to take extra caution while driving, particularly in high profile vehicles, and to secure loose outdoor objects to prevent damage.
The NWS outlook for the next several days indicates the possibility for yet more wintry conditions. "Potential for a wintry mix and snow late Saturday into Monday," as reported by the NWS, suggests that residents should prepare to once again face inclement weather. After showing signs of clearing today, snow is not predicted to return until the weekend, but gusty winds are expected to persist throughout the day, and advisories urge locals to remain vigilant in securing loose objects and navigating the roads with care.
For those looking ahead, the NWS detailed forecast offers a mixed bag of chilly temps, with a brief warm up to mid-50s tomorrow, which will be brisk with more gusty winds. By Sunday, a significant chance of rain and snow mix is predicted, putting a damper on any plans that count on clear skies. Milwaukee residents can expect to wrap up their weekend with a 90% chance of precipitation and new amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Last night's snowfall added to travel woes as Winter Weather Advisories remained in effect for several counties due to lingering snow and strong winds. A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for Fond du Lac, Sheboygan, Dodge, Washington, and Ozaukee counties, with north to northwest winds gusting up to 45 mph until 7 a.m., as stated by the NWS. These conditions were expected to reduce visibility and create challenging commutes. The NWS has called for snowfall reports and continues to monitor the situation closely as it develops.
