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Blizzard Warning 1, NWS Milwaukee, WI

November 25, 2018Kenosha County, Racine County, Walworth County, Wisconsin

NWS Milwaukee, WI issued this blizzard warning at Nov 25, 2018, 2:48 PM CST for Kenosha County, Racine County, Walworth County, Wisconsin. It took effect at Nov 25, 2018, 8:00 PM CST. It was in force for 10 hr. 27 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Nov 25, 2018, 2:48 PM CST (20:48 UTC)
In effect from
Nov 25, 2018, 8:00 PM CST
Expired
Nov 26, 2018, 6:00 AM CST
In force
10 hr
Issued by
NWS Milwaukee, WI

Counties Kenosha County, WI, Racine County, WI, Walworth County, WI

The radar

The Milwaukee radar (KMKX), 53 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:50 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Nov 25, 8:09 PM CSTHEAVY SNOW 6Bohners Lake, WISNOWFALL THROUGH 8PM (SOCIAL MEDIA).
Nov 25, 8:10 PM CSTHEAVY SNOW 4.1Pleasant Prairie, WISNOWFALL THROUGH 8PM (SOCIAL MEDIA).
Nov 25, 8:15 PM CSTHEAVY SNOW 3.54 Ne Union Grove, WISNOWFALL THROUGH 8:15PM.
Nov 25, 8:35 PM CSTHEAVY SNOW 5.52 E Burlington, WISNOWFALL THROUGH 8:35PM (SOCIAL MEDIA).
Nov 25, 8:35 PM CSTHEAVY SNOW 5.5Browns Lake, WISNOWFALL THROUGH 8:35PM.
Nov 25, 8:43 PM CSTHEAVY SNOW 3.5Elkhorn, WISNOWFALL THROUGH 8:43PM.
Nov 25, 8:48 PM CSTHEAVY SNOW 71 E Pell Lake, WISNOWFALL THROUGH 8:48PM.
Nov 25, 9:00 PM CSTHEAVY SNOW 61 W Williams Bay, WISNOWFALL THROUGH 9PM.
Nov 25, 9:07 PM CSTHEAVY SNOW 3.52 W Kenosha, WISNOWFALL THROUGH 9PM.
Nov 25, 9:09 PM CSTHEAVY SNOW 6.8Genoa City, WISNOWFALL THROUGH 9PM.
Nov 25, 9:15 PM CSTSNOW 53 Ese Paddock Lake, WIBRISTOL.
Nov 25, 9:30 PM CSTSNOW 2.36 Nnw Elkhorn, WI
Nov 25, 9:35 PM CSTSNOW 5.5Lake Geneva, WI
Nov 25, 9:45 PM CSTSNOW 71 Nw Fontana-On-Geneva, WI
Nov 25, 9:53 PM CSTSNOW 41 S East Troy, WI
Nov 25, 11:40 PM CSTSNOW 3.62 N Elmwood Park, WI
Nov 26, 12:30 AM CSTSNOW 84 Sw Lake Geneva, WIESTIMATED 8 INCHES OR MORE. REPORTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
Nov 26, 5:15 AM CSTSNOW 4.51 Wnw Elkhorn, WI
Nov 26, 5:30 AM CSTSNOW 3.8Elkhorn, WICOCORAHS STATION WI-WW-12, ELKHORN.
Nov 26, 5:47 AM CSTSNOW 6Genoa City, WICORRECTS PREVIOUS SNOW REPORT FROM GENOA CITY.
Nov 26, 5:47 AM CSTSNOW 6Genoa City, WI
Nov 26, 5:51 AM CSTSNOW 4Kenosha, WICORRECTS PREVIOUS SNOW REPORT FROM KENOSHA.
Nov 26, 5:51 AM CSTSNOW 4Kenosha, WI
Nov 26, 5:53 AM CSTSNOW 6Delavan, WICORRECTS PREVIOUS SNOW REPORT FROM DELAVAN.
Nov 26, 5:53 AM CSTSNOW 6Delavan, WI
Nov 26, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 51 S Rochester, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION ROCW3, ROCHESTER-WWTP.
Nov 26, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 7.22 Ese Browns Lake, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION BGTW3, RACINE-SEWAGE PLANT.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Green Bay/Straub, WI (KGRB), launched 12:00Z, 8.8 hours before the alert went out and 203 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Green Bay/Straub, WI at 12:00Z on 2018-11-25Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Green Bay/Straub, WI at 12:00Z on 2018-11-25The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -57 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
742 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
50 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-57 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
10 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

270 
WWUS43 KMKX 252048
WSWMKX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
248 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...MAJOR TRAVEL IMPACTS INTO TONIGHT...

.Dangerous travel conditions are expected this afternoon into
tonight across southeast Wisconsin due to the combination of 
heavy snow and strong winds. Blizzard conditions are expected in 
far southeast Wisconsin. Highest snow amounts will be in southeast
Wisconsin where 6 to 10 inches of snow is forecast.

There will be a tight gradient between heavy snow and little to 
no snow with this storm system. Snow totals are expected to vary 
by as much as 7 inches from northwest to southeast across some 
counties.

WIZ068-260500-
/O.CAN.KMKX.WS.W.0005.181125T2100Z-181126T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KMKX.WW.Y.0019.181126T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Green-
Including the cities of Monroe and Brodhead
248 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM CST MONDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Snow expected with total accumulations from a trace in
  the northwest part of the county to 4 inches in the southeast.
  Wind gusts of 25 to 35 mph are likely, resulting in some blowing
  snow during the evening and overnight hours.

* WHERE...Green County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on snow covered and slippery roads. 
  The falling snow and patchy blowing snow could also reduce 
  visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ070>072-260500-
/O.NEW.KMKX.BZ.W.0001.181126T0200Z-181126T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KMKX.WS.W.0005.181125T2048Z-181126T0200Z/
Walworth-Racine-Kenosha-
Including the cities of Whitewater, Delavan, Elkhorn, 
Lake Geneva, East Troy, Racine, and Kenosha
248 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with totals of 6 to 10 inches, the highest
  totals in south and southeast portions of the counties. Blizzard
  conditions are expected mid-evening through tonight as wind
  gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely, the highest gusts near Lake
  Michigan.

* WHERE...Walworth, Racine and Kenosha Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 8 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Blizzard Warning, from 8 PM this evening to 6 
  AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Snowfall
  rates up to 2 inches per hour are possible. This snow is 
  expected to be very heavy and will be difficult to shovel. The 
  strong winds and heavy snow may cause falling tree limbs and 
  possible power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. 

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If
you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ065-066-069-260500-
/O.EXT.KMKX.WS.W.0005.181125T2048Z-181126T1200Z/
Waukesha-Milwaukee-Rock-
Including the cities of Waukesha, Brookfield, New Berlin, 
Menomonee Falls, Muskego, West Allis, Wauwatosa, Greenfield, 
Franklin, Oak Creek, South Milwaukee, Cudahy, Janesville, 
and Beloit
248 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with totals of 3 to 7 inches, the highest
  totals in south and southeast portions of the counties. Wind
  gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely mid evening into tonight, the
  highest gusts near Lake Michigan. This will result in areas of
  blowing snow.

* WHERE...Waukesha, Milwaukee, and Rock Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be difficult. Snowfall rates of
  1 to 2 inches per hour are possible. This snow is expected to 
  be very heavy and will be difficult to shovel. The strong winds 
  and heavy snow may cause falling tree limbs and possible power 
  outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ059-060-064-260500-
/O.EXT.KMKX.WW.Y.0019.181126T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Washington-Ozaukee-Jefferson-
Including the cities of West Bend, Germantown, Hartford, Mequon, 
Cedarburg, Grafton, Watertown, Fort Atkinson, and Jefferson
248 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow with totals of 1 to 4 inches, the highest totals in
  south and southeast portions of the counties. Wind gusts of 30 
  to 40 mph are likely mid evening into tonight, the highest gusts
  near Lake Michigan. This will result in areas of blowing snow.

* WHERE...Washington, Ozaukee, and Jefferson Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on snow covered and slippery roads
  that could make travel difficult. The falling snow and patchy 
  blowing snow will also reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
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142 
WWUS43 KMKX 252225
WSWMKX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
425 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...MAJOR TRAVEL IMPACTS INTO TONIGHT...

.Dangerous travel conditions are expected this afternoon into
tonight across southeast Wisconsin due to the combination of
heavy snow and strong winds. Blizzard conditions are expected in
far southeast Wisconsin. Highest snow amounts will be in
southeast Wisconsin where 6 to 10 inches of snow is forecast.

There will be a tight gradient between heavy snow and little to
no snow with this storm system. Snow totals are expected to vary
by as much as 7 inches from northwest to southeast across some
counties.

WIZ070>072-260630-
/O.CON.KMKX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-181126T0200Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.BZ.W.0001.181126T0200Z-181126T1200Z/
Walworth-Racine-Kenosha-
Including the cities of Whitewater, Delavan, Elkhorn, 
Lake Geneva, East Troy, Racine, and Kenosha
425 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with totals of 6 to 10 inches, the highest 
  totals in south and southeast portions of the counties. 
  Blizzard conditions are expected mid-evening through tonight 
  as wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely, the highest gusts 
  near Lake Michigan.

* WHERE...Walworth, Racine and Kenosha Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 8 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Blizzard Warning, from 8 PM this evening to 6 
  AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Snowfall 
  rates up to 2 inches per hour are possible. This snow is 
  expected to be very heavy and will be difficult to shovel. The 
  strong winds and heavy snow may cause falling tree limbs and 
  possible power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If
you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ065-066-069-260630-
/O.CON.KMKX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Waukesha-Milwaukee-Rock-
Including the cities of Waukesha, Brookfield, New Berlin, 
Menomonee Falls, Muskego, West Allis, Wauwatosa, Greenfield, 
Franklin, Oak Creek, South Milwaukee, Cudahy, Janesville, 
and Beloit
425 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with totals of 3 to 7 inches, the highest 
  totals in south and southeast portions of the counties. Wind 
  gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely mid evening into tonight, the 
  highest gusts near Lake Michigan. This will result in areas of 
  blowing snow.

* WHERE...Waukesha, Milwaukee, and Rock Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be difficult. Snowfall rates 
  of 1 to 2 inches per hour are possible. This snow is expected 
  to be very heavy and will be difficult to shovel. The strong 
  winds and heavy snow may cause falling tree limbs and possible 
  power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ059-060-064-068-260630-
/O.CON.KMKX.WW.Y.0019.181126T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Washington-Ozaukee-Jefferson-Green-
Including the cities of West Bend, Germantown, Hartford, Mequon, 
Cedarburg, Grafton, Watertown, Fort Atkinson, Jefferson, Monroe, 
and Brodhead
425 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow with totals of 1 to 4 inches, the highest totals in
  south and southeast portions of the counties. Wind gusts of 30 
  to 40 mph are likely mid evening into tonight, the highest gusts
  near Lake Michigan. This will result in areas of blowing snow.

* WHERE...Green, Washington, Ozaukee, and Jefferson Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on snow covered and slippery roads 
  that could make travel difficult. The falling snow and patchy 
  blowing snow will also reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
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115 
WWUS43 KMKX 260204
WSWMKX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
804 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...MAJOR TRAVEL IMPACTS INTO TONIGHT...

.Dangerous travel conditions are expected tonight across 
parts of southeast Wisconsin due to the combination of heavy snow
and strong winds. Blizzard conditions are expected in far 
southeast Wisconsin. Highest snow amounts will be in southeast 
Wisconsin where 6 to 11 inches of snow is forecast.

There will be a tight gradient between heavy snow and little to
no snow with this storm system. Snow totals are expected to vary
by as much as 7 inches from northwest to southeast across some
counties.

WIZ070>072-261015-
/O.EXP.KMKX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-181126T0200Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Walworth-Racine-Kenosha-
Including the cities of Whitewater, Delavan, Elkhorn, 
Lake Geneva, East Troy, Racine, and Kenosha
804 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with totals of 6 to 11 inches, the highest 
  totals in south and southeast portions of the counties. Blizzard
  conditions are expected mid-evening through tonight as wind 
  gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely, the highest gusts near Lake 
  Michigan.

* WHERE...Walworth, Racine and Kenosha Counties.

* WHEN...8 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If
you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ068-260315-
/O.CAN.KMKX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Green-
Including the cities of Monroe and Brodhead
804 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The steady snow area is remaining to the east of the area, so the
advisory has been cancelled. 

$$

WIZ065-066-069-261015-
/O.CON.KMKX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Waukesha-Milwaukee-Rock-
Including the cities of Waukesha, Brookfield, New Berlin, 
Menomonee Falls, Muskego, West Allis, Wauwatosa, Greenfield, 
Franklin, Oak Creek, South Milwaukee, Cudahy, Janesville, 
and Beloit
804 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with totals of 3 to 7 inches, the highest 
  totals in south and southeast portions of the counties. Wind 
  gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely mid evening into tonight, the 
  highest gusts near Lake Michigan. This will result in areas of 
  blowing snow.

* WHERE...Waukesha, Milwaukee, and Rock Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be difficult. Snowfall rates 
  of 1 to 2 inches per hour are possible. This snow is expected 
  to be very heavy and will be difficult to shovel. The strong 
  winds and heavy snow may cause falling tree limbs and possible 
  power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ059-060-064-261015-
/O.CON.KMKX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Washington-Ozaukee-Jefferson-
Including the cities of West Bend, Germantown, Hartford, Mequon, 
Cedarburg, Grafton, Watertown, Fort Atkinson, and Jefferson
804 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow with totals of 1 to 4 inches, mainly in the extreme 
  south and southeast portions of the counties. Wind gusts of 30 
  to 40 mph are likely mid evening into tonight, the highest gusts
  near Lake Michigan. This will result in areas of blowing snow.

* WHERE...Washington, Ozaukee, and Jefferson Counties.

* WHEN...through 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on snow covered and slippery roads 
  that could make travel difficult. The falling snow and patchy 
  blowing snow will also reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
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079 
WWUS43 KMKX 260305
WSWMKX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
905 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...MAJOR TRAVEL IMPACTS INTO TONIGHT...

.Dangerous travel conditions are expected tonight across parts of
southeast Wisconsin due to the combination of heavy snow and
strong winds. Blizzard conditions are expected in far southeast
Wisconsin. Highest snow amounts will be in southeast Wisconsin
where 6 to 11 inches of snow is forecast.

There will be a tight gradient between heavy snow and little to
no snow with this storm system. Snow totals are expected to vary
by as much as 7 inches from northwest to southeast across some
counties.

WIZ059-260415-
/O.CAN.KMKX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Washington-
Including the cities of West Bend, Germantown, and Hartford
905 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The steady snow is expected to remain to the south with possibly
only the extreme southeast portion of the county being clipped by
some light snow. 

$$

WIZ070>072-261115-
/O.CON.KMKX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Walworth-Racine-Kenosha-
Including the cities of Whitewater, Delavan, Elkhorn, 
Lake Geneva, East Troy, Racine, and Kenosha
905 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with totals of 6 to 11 inches, the highest 
  totals in south and southeast portions of the counties. 
  Blizzard conditions are expected mid-evening through tonight 
  as wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely, the highest gusts 
  near Lake Michigan.

* WHERE...Walworth, Racine and Kenosha Counties.

* WHEN...through 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If
you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ065-066-069-261115-
/O.CON.KMKX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Waukesha-Milwaukee-Rock-
Including the cities of Waukesha, Brookfield, New Berlin, 
Menomonee Falls, Muskego, West Allis, Wauwatosa, Greenfield, 
Franklin, Oak Creek, South Milwaukee, Cudahy, Janesville, 
and Beloit
905 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with totals of 3 to 7 inches, the highest 
  totals in south and southeast portions of the counties. Wind 
  gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely mid evening into tonight, the 
  highest gusts near Lake Michigan. This will result in areas of 
  blowing snow.

* WHERE...Waukesha, Milwaukee, and Rock Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be difficult. Snowfall rates 
  of 1 to 2 inches per hour are possible. This snow is expected 
  to be very heavy and will be difficult to shovel. The strong 
  winds and heavy snow may cause falling tree limbs and possible 
  power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ060-064-261115-
/O.CON.KMKX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Ozaukee-Jefferson-
Including the cities of Mequon, Cedarburg, Grafton, Watertown, 
Fort Atkinson, and Jefferson
905 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow with totals of 1 to 4 inches, mainly in the 
  extreme south and southeast portions of the counties. Wind 
  gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely mid evening into tonight, the 
  highest gusts near Lake Michigan. This will result in areas of 
  blowing snow.

* WHERE...Ozaukee and Jefferson Counties.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on snow covered and slippery roads 
  that could make travel difficult. The falling snow and patchy 
  blowing snow will also reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
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854 
WWUS43 KMKX 260446
WSWMKX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
1046 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...MAJOR TRAVEL IMPACTS INTO TONIGHT IN FAR SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN...

Dangerous travel conditions are expected tonight across parts of 
southeast Wisconsin due to the combination of heavy snow and 
strong winds. Blizzard conditions are expected in far southeast 
Wisconsin. Highest snow amounts will be in southeast Wisconsin 
where 6 to 11 inches of snow is forecast.

There will be a tight gradient between heavy snow and little to
no snow with this storm system. Snow totals are expected to vary
by as much as 7 inches from northwest to southeast across some
counties.

WIZ065-069-261200-
/O.CAN.KMKX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
/O.EXA.KMKX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Waukesha-Rock-
Including the cities of Waukesha, Brookfield, New Berlin, 
Menomonee Falls, Muskego, Janesville, and Beloit
1046 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Waukesha and Rock Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on snow covered and slippery roads 
  that could make travel difficult. The falling snow and patchy 
  blowing snow will also reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ070>072-261200-
/O.CON.KMKX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Walworth-Racine-Kenosha-
Including the cities of Whitewater, Delavan, Elkhorn, 
Lake Geneva, East Troy, Racine, and Kenosha
1046 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with totals of 6 to 11 inches, the highest 
  totals in south and southeast portions of the counties. 
  Blizzard conditions are expected mid-evening through tonight 
  as wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely, the highest gusts 
  near Lake Michigan.

* WHERE...Walworth, Racine and Kenosha Counties.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If
you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ066-261200-
/O.CON.KMKX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Milwaukee-
Including the cities of West Allis, Wauwatosa, Greenfield, 
Franklin, Oak Creek, South Milwaukee, and Cudahy
1046 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow with totals of 3 to 7 inches, the highest 
  totals in south and southeast portions of the counties. Wind 
  gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely mid evening into tonight, the 
  highest gusts near Lake Michigan. This will result in areas of 
  blowing snow.

* WHERE...Milwaukee county.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be difficult. Snowfall rates 
  of 1 to 2 inches per hour are possible. This snow is expected 
  to be very heavy and will be difficult to shovel. The strong 
  winds and heavy snow may cause falling tree limbs and possible 
  power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ060-064-261200-
/O.CON.KMKX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Ozaukee-Jefferson-
Including the cities of Mequon, Cedarburg, Grafton, Watertown, 
Fort Atkinson, and Jefferson
1046 PM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow with totals of 1 to 3 inches, mainly in the extreme
  south and southeast portions of these counties. Wind gusts of 
  30 to 40 mph are likely mid evening into tonight, the highest 
  gusts near Lake Michigan. This will result in areas of blowing 
  snow.

* WHERE...Ozaukee and Jefferson Counties.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on snow covered and slippery roads 
  that could make travel difficult. The falling snow and patchy 
  blowing snow will also reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
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221 
WWUS43 KMKX 260753
WSWMKX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
153 AM CST Mon Nov 26 2018

...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS CONTINUE SOUTH OF MILWAUKEE THROUGH THE
EARLY MORNING HOURS...

Blizzard conditions will continue over Racine, Kenosha, and
southeast Walworth County until 5 or 6 AM CST, with the snow
ending and the winds gradually weakening afterward. Snow covered
roads and blowing and drifting snow will continue for the 
remainder of the morning. The snow has ended west of a line from 
Waukesha to Janesville, thus the Winter Weather Advisories have 
been cancelled. 



WIZ060-064-065-069-260900-
/O.CAN.KMKX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Ozaukee-Jefferson-Waukesha-Rock-
Including the cities of Mequon, Cedarburg, Grafton, Watertown, 
Fort Atkinson, Jefferson, Waukesha, Brookfield, New Berlin, 
Menomonee Falls, Muskego, Janesville, and Beloit
153 AM CST Mon Nov 26 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The snow has ended over these counties. Some blowing and drifting
snow will continue over far southern and southeast Rock County
through the morning. 

$$

WIZ070>072-261200-
/O.CON.KMKX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Walworth-Racine-Kenosha-
Including the cities of Whitewater, Delavan, Elkhorn, 
Lake Geneva, East Troy, Racine, and Kenosha
153 AM CST Mon Nov 26 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Light to moderate snow ending by 5 or 6 AM CST. Blizzard
  conditions will occur at times with wind gusts of 35 to 50 mph
  over the eastern portion of Racine and Kenosha Counties and
  lesser winds to the west. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10
  inches with lesser amounts at the Lake Michigan shoreline and
  over northern Walworth County. 
 
* WHERE...Walworth, Racine and Kenosha Counties.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If
you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WIZ066-261200-
/O.CON.KMKX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Milwaukee-
Including the cities of West Allis, Wauwatosa, Greenfield, 
Franklin, Oak Creek, South Milwaukee, and Cudahy
153 AM CST Mon Nov 26 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY
THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Light snow ending by 4 AM CST. Wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph
  especially within a few miles of Lake Michigan. Total snow
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches in southern Milwaukee County. 

* WHERE...Milwaukee county.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be difficult over far southern
  Milwaukee County. This snow is expected to be very heavy and 
  will be difficult to shovel. The strong winds and heavy snow may
  cause falling tree limbs and possible power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
612 
WWUS43 KMKX 260949
WSWMKX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
349 AM CST Mon Nov 26 2018

...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS CONTINUE SOUTH OF MILWAUKEE THROUGH THE
EARLY MORNING HOURS...

Blizzard conditions will continue over Racine and Kenosha Counties 
until 5 or 6 AM CST, with the snow ending and the winds gradually 
weakening afterward. Snow covered roads and blowing and drifting 
snow will continue for the remainder of the morning over far
southeast Wisconsin. 

WIZ070-261100-
/O.CAN.KMKX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Walworth-
Including the cities of Whitewater, Delavan, Elkhorn, 
Lake Geneva, and East Troy
349 AM CST Mon Nov 26 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The snow has ended. North wind gusts up to 30 mph will still
contribute to blowing and drifting snow through the morning. Most
roads will remain snow covered. 

$$

WIZ066-261100-
/O.CAN.KMKX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Milwaukee-
Including the cities of West Allis, Wauwatosa, Greenfield, 
Franklin, Oak Creek, South Milwaukee, and Cudahy
349 AM CST Mon Nov 26 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The snow has mostly ended. North wind gusts of 30 to 35 mph will
continue this morning. Untreated roads will be slippery as
temperatures have fallen below freezing.


$$

WIZ071-072-261200-
/O.CON.KMKX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Racine-Kenosha-
Including the cities of Racine and Kenosha
349 AM CST Mon Nov 26 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Light to moderate snow ending by 5 or 6 AM CST. Blizzard
  conditions will occur at times with wind gusts of 35 to 50 mph
  over the eastern portion of Racine and Kenosha Counties and
  lesser winds to the west. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10
  inches with lesser amounts at the Lake Michigan shoreline. 
 
* WHERE...Racine and Kenosha Counties.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If
you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
641 
WWUS43 KMKX 261206
WSWMKX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
606 AM CST Mon Nov 26 2018

...SNOW ENDING...


WIZ071-072-261315-
/O.EXP.KMKX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Racine-Kenosha-
Including the cities of Racine and Kenosha
606 AM CST Mon Nov 26 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

The snow has mostly ended and wind gusts have fallen to 
25 to 35 mph. Snow covered roads and drifting will continue
through the morning.  

$$

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.