Green Bay, WI – A winter storm is set to impact central and eastern Wisconsin this weekend, with heavy snowfall and hazardous travel conditions expected.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Green Bay, a Winter Storm Watchhas been issued for Saturday morning through Saturday evening, affecting multiple counties, including Waushara, Calumet, Manitowoc, Winnebago, Brown, Kewaunee, Outagamie, Shawano, and Waupaca. Snowfall totals between 5 and 8 inches are possible, creating dangerous road conditions.
A separate Winter Storm Watch is in effect for Marathon, Portage, and Wood Counties from late Friday night through Saturday evening. These areas are also expected to receive 5 to 8 inches of snow, which could significantly impact weekend travel.
Meanwhile, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in place until 7 a.m. Thursday due to freezing drizzle and light snow that may create slick roads for the morning commute.
Residents should prepare for deteriorating travel conditions and check updated forecasts. Drivers are urged to slow down and exercise caution. For real-time road conditions, dial 511 or visit Wisconsin DOT.
