Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Heavy snow falling at rates near 1 inch per hour and powerful wind gusts are creating whiteout conditions across southern Wisconsin early Monday, making travel extremely dangerous during the morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan, a Blizzard Warning remains in effect until 4 p.m. Monday for a large portion of southern, south-central, and southeast Wisconsin, including Milwaukee, Madison, Racine, Kenosha, Waukesha, Janesville, and Fond du Lac.
Storm totals are expected to reach 6 to 10 inches across southwestern and south-central Wisconsin, including areas near Madison, Monroe, and Baraboo, while 3 to 6 inches is likely closer to Lake Michigan in Milwaukee, Racine, and Sheboygan. Strong north winds gusting 40 to 45 mph will continue to blow snow across highways, reducing visibility to less than one-quarter mile at times.
Major travel corridors including Interstate 90, Interstate 94, Interstate 43, and U.S. Highway 151 may experience rapidly deteriorating conditions as blowing snow covers plowed lanes and creates drifting across open areas.
Emergency officials urge residents to avoid non-essential travel until the storm weakens. Drivers who must travel should carry a winter survival kit, blankets, food, and a charged phone. Anyone stranded should stay inside their vehicle while waiting for assistance.
While heavier snowfall should ease by early afternoon Monday, blowing and drifting snow may continue through the rest of the afternoon, keeping road conditions hazardous across southern Wisconsin. Additional travel advisories may follow as cleanup continues.
