Duluth, MN – A powerful spring storm system is set to sweep across the Upper Midwest starting Thursday night, bringing a mix of snow, ice, and rain to parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin through Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, the system is expected to deliver significant hazardous winter conditions, particularly in areas stretching from the Iron Range into northwest Wisconsin. As of Tuesday morning, forecasters held high confidence in the system’s arrival but noted medium-to-low confidence in its precise track and the timing of specific precipitation types.
The region from Duluth southeast into parts of northwest Wisconsin could experience accumulating ice, while areas near the Canadian border may see the highest snowfall totals. The range of possible low-pressure system placements still spans multiple states, which could shift the storm’s impact area slightly as the weekend nears.
Travel disruptions are likely across interstates and local roads, especially Friday evening into Saturday. Residents are urged to monitor local forecasts and prepare for slippery road conditions, potential power outages, and reduced visibility.
To stay safe, keep vehicles winter-ready, delay unnecessary travel, and check the latest updates from the National Weather Service as conditions develop into the weekend.
