The Winter Storm watch applies to parts of the southeast of Minnesota and Central Wisconsin in the north of Wisconsin, with a large snowstorm in the area.
National Weather Service (NWS) expects thick snowfall, with total accumulations between 4 and 8 inches, which creates difficult travel conditions from Friday night until Saturday evening.
Why do it matter
The approaching storm is expected to bring the heavier snowfall in the region since mid-December, which is likely to exceed 9 inches in some areas, according to WCCO-TV in Minneapolis.
Wind storms of up to 50 mph can increase the complexity of travel, which leads to a decrease in clarity of the risks and risks that blow. The authorities urge the population to stay aware and prepare for potential delays and dangerous conditions.
What do you know
Winter Storm Watch, issued by the NWS office in La Crosse and Wisconsin, will enter Thursday at 6 pm, and will continue until Saturday at 9 pm, including affected areas:
- Minnesota: Dugs, Dodge, Olmestad and Winuna.
- Wisconsin: Taylor, Clark, Buffalo, Trimpalio, Jackson, La Cross, Monroe, Juno, and Adams.
Expectations indicate that the snow will start late on Friday night, and its intensification increases to Saturday. The snow will be light to average density, with low temperatures to the mid -twenties and snow ratios range from 16: 1 to 20: 1. Saint Claude and other parts of the Menisota center may face the highest groups, making this one of the most important storms in the season.
What people say
The NWS Office at La Crosse on X (previously Twitter) said: “Traveling this week? Keep up with the latest expectations because the site may change! “
The office said in another publication: “The storms system will attend a group of accumulated snow to the area. As we approach,” the office said in another post.
What next
After the storm, the temperatures will decrease, with a higher rise in the single numbers and decreases near zero or less than zero. Wind chills can decrease to dangerous lands, leading to additional safety concerns. After Tuesday, meteorologists are watching another potential snow system that develops across the center of the United States, which may bring more rains next week.
Residents are advised to verify local expectations frequently, and prepare emergency groups for travel and planning accordingly with the development of conditions. State officials and emergency services are still on top alert as the storm approaches.
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