Madison, Wisconsin – Snow and strengthening winds are creating slick travel conditions across southern Wisconsin Friday morning, especially west and northwest of Madison.
According to the US National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan office, accumulating snowfall will continue through the morning in areas west and northwest of Madison, where snow-covered roads are likely. Drizzle across other parts of southern Wisconsin is transitioning to light snow.
Minimal snowfall accumulations are expected east of Madison, but untreated roads may still become slippery as temperatures remain cold. Radar imagery issued at 8:03 a.m. CST shows steadier snow bands stretching from Sauk City and Portage north toward Wisconsin Dells and Montello.
Wind will become a growing factor through late morning and into the afternoon. Gusts are expected to increase to between 35 and 45 mph, potentially causing areas of blowing snow and reduced visibility, particularly along open stretches of Interstate 90/94 near Wisconsin Dells and Interstate 39 north of Madison.
Traffic cameras along I-90/94 in Columbia County showed snow-covered lanes Friday morning, with vehicles moving cautiously.
The combination of light accumulation and gusty winds could impact the morning commute and midday travel for students, delivery drivers, and highway commuters across Dane, Sauk, and Columbia counties.
Drivers are urged to reduce speeds, allow extra following distance, and monitor updated conditions through the Wisconsin 511 system.
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