La Crosse, WI – A powerful winter storm is set to move through the Upper Midwest from Tuesday evening through Wednesday, bringing heavy snowfall and gusty winds. Accumulation is expected to reach between 3 and 6 inches, with localized higher amounts possible.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in La Crosse, snowfall rates could reach up to 2 inches per hour at times, leading to rapid visibility reductions below 1/4 mile. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph may down tree limbs and create treacherous whiteout conditions. The heaviest snowfall is expected to shift southeast throughout Wednesday.
The storm is expected to impact parts of northeast Iowa, southeast Minnesota, and central and western Wisconsin, including La Crosse, Rochester, Winona, and Decorah. Hazardous travel conditions are anticipated, especially during the Wednesday morning commute.
Residents are urged to prepare for potential blizzard conditions and monitor weather updates. Travel could become dangerous, and authorities recommend postponing non-essential trips.
Stay updated on the latest alerts and road conditions as the storm progresses.
