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Winter Storm Warning 3, NWS La Crosse, WI

February 21, 20237 counties in Minnesota; 12 counties in Wisconsin; 6 counties in Iowa

NWS La Crosse, WI issued this winter storm warning at Feb 21, 2023, 2:57 AM CST for 7 counties in Minnesota; 12 counties in Wisconsin; 6 counties in Iowa. It took effect at Feb 21, 2023, 3:00 PM CST. It was in force for 45 hr. 60 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
Feb 21, 2023, 2:57 AM CST (08:57 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 21, 2023, 3:00 PM CST
Expired
Feb 23, 2023, 12:00 PM CST
In force
45 hr
Issued by
NWS La Crosse, WI
All 25 counties

Allamakee County, IA, Chickasaw County, IA, Floyd County, IA, Howard County, IA, Mitchell County, IA, Winneshiek County, IA, Dodge County, MN, Fillmore County, MN, Houston County, MN, Mower County, MN, Olmsted County, MN, Wabasha County, MN, Winona County, MN, Adams County, WI, Buffalo County, WI, Clark County, WI, Crawford County, WI, Jackson County, WI, Juneau County, WI, La Crosse County, WI, Monroe County, WI, Richland County, WI, Taylor County, WI, Trempealeau County, WI, Vernon County, WI

The radar

The La Crosse radar (KARX), 26 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 08:54 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
Feb 21, 9:45 PM CSTSNOW 2Tomah, WI
Feb 21, 9:46 PM CSTSNOW 2.1La Crescent, MN
Feb 21, 10:00 PM CSTSNOW 2.52 Sse Dakota, MN
Feb 21, 10:13 PM CSTSNOW 1.3Cashton, WI
Feb 21, 10:15 PM CSTSNOW 3.33 Nw Wabasha, MN
Feb 21, 10:26 PM CSTSNOW 2Hixton, WI
Feb 21, 10:45 PM CSTSNOW 3.65 Sw Elba, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-OL-991 ELBA 4.7 SW.
Feb 21, 10:55 PM CSTSNOW 1.52 Sw Austin, MN
Feb 21, 11:04 PM CSTSNOW 2.5Winona, MN
Feb 21, 11:07 PM CSTSNOW 3.65 Sw Elba, MN
Feb 21, 11:18 PM CSTSNOW 4.5Warrens, WI
Feb 21, 11:24 PM CSTSNOW 2.1French Island, WISNOW TOTAL SO FAR.
Feb 21, 11:39 PM CSTSNOW 4Byron, MN
Feb 21, 11:45 PM CSTSNOW 2.61 Wsw West Salem, WI
Feb 22, 12:00 AM CSTSNOW 42 Nnw Rochester, MN
Feb 22, 12:01 AM CSTSNOW 3.21 S Goodview, MN
Feb 22, 12:30 AM CSTSNOW 3.2Galesville, WI
Feb 22, 12:31 AM CSTSNOW 4.12 Ne Rochester Ap, MNSNOW TOTAL SO FAR.
Feb 22, 2:22 AM CSTSNOW 31 N Dorchester, WI
Feb 22, 2:45 AM CSTSNOW 4.84 Nne Rochester, MN
Feb 22, 4:00 AM CSTSNOW 3.54 E Stewartville, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-OL-50 STEWARTVILLE 4.3 E.
Feb 22, 4:00 AM CSTSNOW 4Hayfield, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-DD-14 HAYFIELD 0.3 SSE.
Feb 22, 4:05 AM CSTSNOW 3.21 Se Winona, MN
Feb 22, 4:20 AM CSTSNOW 4.54 Nw Rochester, MN
Feb 22, 5:00 AM CSTSNOW 4.22 Nne Rochester, MN
Feb 22, 5:08 AM CSTSNOW 53 N Rochester, MN
Feb 22, 5:15 AM CSTSNOW 4.53 Se Douglas, MN
Feb 22, 5:20 AM CSTSNOW 0.8Mabel, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION MABM5 MABEL.
Feb 22, 5:26 AM CSTSNOW 51 Sse Black River Falls, WI
Feb 22, 5:30 AM CSTSNOW 53 Ne Rochester, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-OL-18 2 NE ROCHESTER.
Feb 22, 5:55 AM CSTSNOW 3.5Cataract, WI
Feb 22, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.8Lanesboro, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-FM-18 LANESBORO 0.2 SSW.
Feb 22, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 4Dodge, WI
Feb 22, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 5.14 N Rochester, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-OL-48 ROCHESTER 4.2 N.
Feb 22, 6:05 AM CSTSNOW 3.31 Sw Tomah, WI
Feb 22, 6:13 AM CSTSNOW 2Westboro, WI
Feb 22, 6:15 AM CSTSNOW 53 Nw Theilman, MN
Feb 22, 6:27 AM CSTSNOW 4Black River Falls, WI
Feb 22, 6:30 AM CSTSNOW 0.2Saint Ansgar, IACO-OP OBSERVER STATION SANI4 ST ANSGAR.
Feb 22, 6:30 AM CSTSNOW 5Elgin, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-WB-12 ELGIN 0.4 WNW.
Feb 22, 6:30 AM CSTSNOW 5.55 Ne Montana, WICOCORAHS STATION WI-BF-2 MONDOVI 12.1 SSE.
Feb 22, 6:43 AM CSTSNOW 4.6Greenwood, WI
Feb 22, 6:44 AM CSTSNOW 4.5Byron, MN
Feb 22, 6:50 AM CSTSNOW 2.82 Wsw Mapleview, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-MW-8 AUSTIN 2.4 W.
Feb 22, 6:57 AM CSTSNOW 4.53 E Douglas, MN
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 0.35 Ese Decorah, IACOCORAHS STATION IA-WH-5 DECORAH 4.9SE.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 0.51 Nne Gays Mills, WICOCORAHS STATION WI-CR-5 GAYS MILLS 1.0 NE.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 0.7Genoa, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION GENW3 GENOA DAM 8.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 0.92 Wsw Hillsboro, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION HLBW3 HILLSBORO 2 SW.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 11 Ese Viroqua, WICOCORAHS STATION WI-VR-2 VIROQUA 0.8 ESE.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 11 E Viroqua, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION VQAW3 0.5 E VIROQUA.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 14 Ssw Rockbridge, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION RCRW3 RICHLAND CENTER 4 N.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.1Caledonia, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION CLDM5 CALEDONIA.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.45 Nne Stoddard, WICOCORAHS STATION WI-VR-7 STODDARD 4.7 NNE.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.72 Ssw Saint Joseph, WICOCORAHS STATION WI-LC-21 COON VALLEY 4.5 NNW.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.12 Ene Mound Prairie, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-HS-15 1 ENE MOUND PRAIRIE.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.12 Ne Mound Prairie, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION HOKM5 HOKAH 4 NW.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.31 Wnw Friendship, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION FRSW3 0.6 W FRIENDSHIP.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.41 Ene Medford, WICOCORAHS STATION WI-TY-3 MEDFORD 0.8 ENE.
Feb 22, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.44 Wnw Kendall, WICOCORAHS STATION WI-MN-4 WILTON 4.2 E.

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

The nearest sounding before it

Minneapolis, MN (KMPX), launched 00:00Z, 9.0 hours before the alert went out and 201 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, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2023-02-21Temperature 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°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2023-02-21The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 100 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
933 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
72 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
100 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
153 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

101 
WWUS43 KARX 210857
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
257 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...Multi-Faceted and Complex Winter Storm From this Evening 
Through Thursday...

.The heaviest snow arrives in two waves, first focusing tonight 
in a narrow west to east band mainly north of a Rochester, 
Minnesota to Black River Falls, Wisconsin line where some 
locations could see 5 to 8 inches of snow. Snow amounts decrease 
very quickly south of this line and locations south of Interstate 
90 may see little to no snow with this first band.

This band of snow weakens but lingers though the morning on 
Wednesday. There may be a short break in the snow midday, but with
increasing northeasterly winds, blowing and drifting snow will 
become an increasing problem.

The second and stronger wave of snow arrives from south to north 
Wednesday afternoon across the entire area. By the time the storm 
ends late Thursday, an additional 8 to 12 inches of snow is 
expected northwest of an Austin, Minnesota to Necedah, Wisconsin 
line. Some locales may see even high snow amounts. Snow amounts
decrease quickly to the south of this line, but the threat for 
freezing rain increases. Ice amounts over a quarter of an inch are
possible along and south of the Highway 14 corridor between 
Wednesday evening and Thursday morning with the risk of tree and 
power line damage amplified by winds gusting to 30 to 40 mph. 

This will be a HIGHLY impactful winter storm with travel severely
impacted at times. With some adjustments in the storm track 
possible, along with uncertainties in where the heavier snow bands
and favored wintry mix areas lie along the southern border of the
storm track, expect continued refinements to the forecast over 
the next 24 to 36 hours.

MNZ079-WIZ032-033-220100-
/O.UPG.KARX.WW.Y.0008.230221T2100Z-230222T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.WS.W.0003.230221T2100Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.A.0004.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
Wabasha-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Alma, Arcadia, and Whitehall
257 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. There will be two rounds of snow
  tonight into Wednesday morning and Wednesday afternoon through
  Thursday. A narrow band of 5 to 8 inches of snow is expected
  with the first round and another 8 to 12 inches with the second
  round. Total snow accumulations for some locations may exceed 18
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wabasha County. In Wisconsin, Buffalo 
  and Trempealeau Counties.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Thursday. There may
  be a short break in the snow mid to late Wednesday morning
  before the snow intensifies again in the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

WIZ017-029-034-220100-
/O.UPG.KARX.WW.Y.0008.230222T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.A.0004.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-Jackson-
Including the cities of Medford, Neillsville, 
and Black River Falls
257 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. There will be two rounds of snow
  tonight into Wednesday morning and Wednesday afternoon through
  Thursday. A narrow band of 5 to 8 inches of snow is expected
  with the first round and another 8 to 12 inches with the second
  round. Total snow accumulations for some locations may exceed 
  18 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Taylor, Clark and Jackson Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Thursday. There may be
  a short break in the snow mid to late Wednesday morning before
  the snow intensifies again in the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ086>088-094-095-220100-
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.A.0004.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.230221T2100Z-230222T1200Z/
Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona, Austin, 
and Preston
257 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 6 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Winter Storm
  Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to
  12 inches with locally higher amounts. Winds gusting as high as
  40 mph.

* WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted, Winona, Mower and Fillmore Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon
  to 6 AM CST Wednesday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from noon
  Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible Wednesday
  night into Thursday. Areas of blowing snow could significantly 
  reduce visibility Wednesday night and Thursday. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will be a very sharp cutoff in snow
  amounts on the south side of the advisory tonight and some
  locations may see little to no snow, especially south of
  Interstate 90.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ096-WIZ041>044-053-220100-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.230222T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WS.A.0004.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Caledonia, La Crosse, Sparta, Tomah, 
Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
257 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 6 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Winter Storm Watch,
  heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches.
  Winds could gust as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to 6 AM CST Wednesday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from 
  Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible Wednesday
  night into Thursday. Areas of blowing snow could significantly 
  reduce visibility Wednesday night and Thursday. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will be a very sharp cutoff in snow
  amounts on the south side of the advisory tonight and some
  locations may see little to no snow, especially south of 
  Interstate 90.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-029-030-WIZ054-055-061-220100-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.A.0004.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Fayette-
Clayton-Crawford-Richland-Grant-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Oelwein, Elkader, Prairie Du Chien, 
Richland Center, and Platteville
257 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow
  accumulations of 3 to 7 inches and ice accumulations of up to three
  tenths of an inch possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...The best potential for impactful ice amounts will be
  along and south of the Highway 14 corridor, with snowfall
  amounts rapidly increasing north of this line.

* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the
  ice and wind. Travel could be nearly impossible. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$

KDS
14 follow-up statements
654 
WWUS43 KARX 211838
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
1238 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...Snow Is Moving Toward The Area This Afternoon...

.At 1220 pm, radar indicated snow across much of western into
southcentral Minnesota, heading steadily east. Visibilities
are below one mile in some spots within the snow, and 
accumulations occurred rapidly after the snow began. The snow is 
forecast to spread in from west to east this afternoon.

A band of 5 to 8 inches of snow is still expected north of
Interstate 90 through the I-94 corridor. Snow amounts will decrease
very quickly south of I-90. Blowing and drifting snow Wednesday
morning is expected as winds increase. 

The second and stronger wave of snow arrives from south to north 
Wednesday across the entire area. By the time the storm ends late
Thursday, an additional 8 to 12 inches of snow is expected 
northwest of an Austin, Minnesota to Necedah, Wisconsin line.
sleet and freezing rain are a expected south of this line. Ice 
amounts over a quarter of an inch are possible along and south of 
the Highway 18 corridor between Wednesday evening and Thursday 
morning with the risk of tree and power line damage amplified by 
winds gusting to 30 to 40 mph.

This will be a HIGHLY impactful winter storm with travel severely
impacted at times. 

MNZ086>088-094-095-220245-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.230221T2100Z-230222T1200Z/
Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona, Austin, 
and Preston
1238 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. For the Winter Storm 
  Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 
  12 inches with locally higher amounts. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph.

* WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted, Winona, Mower and Fillmore Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 AM CST
  Wednesday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from noon Wednesday to
  6 PM CST Thursday. 

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-WIZ032-033-220245-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230221T2100Z-230224T0000Z/
Wabasha-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Alma, Arcadia, and Whitehall
1238 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. There will be two rounds of snow
  tonight into Wednesday morning and Wednesday afternoon through
  Thursday. A narrow band of 5 to 8 inches of snow is expected
  with the first round and another 8 to 12 inches with the second
  round. Total snow accumulations for some locations may exceed 18
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wabasha County. In Wisconsin, Buffalo 
  and Trempealeau Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

WIZ017-029-034-220245-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-Jackson-
Including the cities of Medford, Neillsville, 
and Black River Falls
1238 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. There will be two rounds of snow
  tonight into Wednesday morning and Wednesday afternoon through
  Thursday. A narrow band of 3 to 8 inches of snow is expected 
  with the first round and another 8 to 12 inches with the second 
  round. Total snow accumulations for some locations may exceed 18
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Taylor, Clark and Jackson Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ096-WIZ041>044-053-220245-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.230222T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WS.A.0004.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Caledonia, La Crosse, Sparta, Tomah, 
Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
1238 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 6 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. For the Winter Storm 
  Watch, heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow 
  accumulations of 5 to 10 inches and ice accumulations of a light
  glaze possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to 6 AM CST Wednesday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from 
  Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-029-030-WIZ054-055-061-220245-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.A.0004.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Fayette-
Clayton-Crawford-Richland-Grant-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Oelwein, Elkader, Prairie Du Chien, 
Richland Center, and Platteville
1238 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow and sleet
  accumulations of 1 inch in Highway 18 and south, and 2 to 5
  inches north of Highway 18. Ice accumulations of around three
  tenths of an inch possible, mainly south of Highway 18, Winds 
  could gust as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...From Wednesday through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the 
  ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$
282 
WWUS43 KARX 212036
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
236 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...Snow Is Moving Toward The Area This Afternoon...

.Snow continues to move into southeast Minnesota this early 
afternoon and will continues to spread further eastward heading
into this evening. Visibilities are below one mile in some spots 
within the snow, and accumulations occurred rapidly after the snow
began.

A band of 5 to 8 inches of snow is still expected north of
Interstate 90 through the I-94 corridor. Snow amounts will
decrease very quickly south of I-90. Blowing and drifting snow
Wednesday morning is expected as winds increase.

The second and stronger wave of snow arrives from south to north
Wednesday across the entire area. By the time the storm ends late
Thursday, an additional 8 to 12 inches of snow is expected
northwest of an Austin, Minnesota to Necedah, Wisconsin line.
sleet and freezing rain are a expected south of this line. Ice
amounts from 1 to 3 tenths of an inch are possible along and 
south of the Highway 18 corridor beginning early Wednesday 
afternoon lasting until Thursday morning with the risk of tree 
and power line damage amplified by winds gusting to 30 to 40 mph.

This will be a HIGHLY impactful winter storm with travel severely
impacted at times.

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-220600-
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.A.0004.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.IS.W.0002.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
236 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...ICE STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. Ice accumulations of one
  tenth to three tenths of an inch. Total snow accumulations of up
  to 3 inches across the northern portions of the counties to less
  than an inch across the south. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the 
  ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ096-WIZ041>044-053-220600-
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.A.0004.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.230222T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Caledonia, La Crosse, Sparta, Tomah, 
Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
236 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 6 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. For the Winter Storm 
  Warning, heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 7 to 10 inches and ice accumulations of a light
  glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. 

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening
  to 6 AM CST Wednesday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 9 AM 
  Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday. 

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-220600-
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.A.0004.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
236 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 7 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ086>088-094-095-220600-
/O.EXT.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.230221T2100Z-230222T1200Z/
Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona, Austin, 
and Preston
236 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO 6 PM
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. For the Winter Storm 
  Warning, heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 7 to 12 inches and ice accumulations of a light
  glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. 

* WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted, Winona, Mower and Fillmore Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 AM CST
  Wednesday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 9 AM Wednesday to
  6 PM CST Thursday. 

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-WIZ032-033-220600-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230221T2100Z-230224T0000Z/
Wabasha-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Alma, Arcadia, and Whitehall
236 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. A narrow band of 5 to
  8 inches of snow is expected with the first round and another 8
  to 12 inches with the second round. Total snow accumulations of
  13 to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wabasha County. In Wisconsin, Buffalo 
  and Trempealeau Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

WIZ017-029-034-220600-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-Jackson-
Including the cities of Medford, Neillsville, 
and Black River Falls
236 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. A narrow band of 3 to
  8 inches of snow is expected with the first round and another 8
  to 12 inches with the second round. Total snow accumulations of
  11 to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Taylor, Clark and Jackson Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

Peters
855 
WWUS43 KARX 220037
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
637 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...Snow Is Moving Toward The Area This Afternoon...

.Snow continues across much of the area this evening. Heavier
snowfall rates expected from eastern Minnesota into western
Wisconsin this evening into the overnight hours. Initial reports 
nearing 2 inches in select spots of southeast Minnesota over the 
last few hours. Visibilities below one mile continue in some spots
within these aforementioned heavier snow bands with quick 
accumulations rapidly deteriorating road conditions.

A band of 5 to 8 inches of snow is expected north of Interstate 
90 through the I-94 corridor tonight into Wednesday morning. Snow
amounts will decrease very quickly south of I-90. Blowing and 
drifting snow Wednesday morning is expected as winds increase.

The second and stronger wave of snow arrives from south to north
Wednesday across the entire area. By the time the storm ends late
Thursday, an additional 8 to 12 inches of snow is expected
northwest of an Austin, Minnesota to Necedah, Wisconsin line.
sleet and freezing rain are a expected south of this line. Ice
amounts from 1 to 3 tenths of an inch are possible along and
south of the Highway 18 corridor beginning early Wednesday
afternoon lasting until Thursday morning with the risk of tree
and power line damage amplified by winds gusting to 30 to 40 mph.

This will be a HIGHLY impactful winter storm with travel severely
impacted at times.

MNZ086>088-094-095-220700-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona, Austin, 
and Preston
637 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory tonight into Wednesday
  morning, snow expected with accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. For
  the Winter Storm Warning, heavy mixed precipitation expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 7 to 12 inches and ice accumulations
  of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted, Winona, Mower and Fillmore Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 AM CST 
  Wednesday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 9 AM Wednesday 
  to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ096-WIZ041>044-053-220700-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Caledonia, La Crosse, Sparta, Tomah, 
Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
637 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory tonight into Wednesday
  morning, snow expected with accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. For
  the Winter Storm Warning, heavy mixed precipitation expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 7 to 10 inches and ice accumulations
  of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to 6 AM CST Wednesday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 9 AM 
  Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-220700-
/O.CON.KARX.IS.W.0002.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
637 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...ICE STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. Ice accumulations of one 
  tenth to three tenths of an inch. Total snow accumulations of 
  up to 3 inches across the northern portions of the counties to 
  less than an inch across the south. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the
  ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions
  could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-WIZ032-033-220700-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
Wabasha-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Alma, Arcadia, and Whitehall
637 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. A narrow band of 5 to
  8 inches of snow is expected with the first round tonight
  through Wednesday morning and another 8 to 12 inches within the
  second round Wednesday through Thursday. Total snow 
  accumulations of 13 to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wabasha County. In Wisconsin, Buffalo 
  and Trempealeau Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

WIZ017-029-034-220700-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-Jackson-
Including the cities of Medford, Neillsville, 
and Black River Falls
637 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. A narrow band of 3 to
  8 inches of snow is expected with the first round tonight
  through Wednesday morning and another 8 to 12 inches within the
  second round Wednesday through Thursday. Total snow 
  accumulations of 11 to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...Taylor, Clark and Jackson Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-220700-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
637 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 7 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$
439 
WWUS43 KARX 220350
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
950 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...Snow Continues Overnight With Second Round Wednesday...

.Snow continues along and north of Interstate 90 from southeast
Minnesota into west and central Wisconsin. Heaviest snowfall 
rates up to an inch per hour slightly farther north towards the
Interstate 94 corridor. Highest accumulations from this afternoon
and evening near 4 inches in parts of southeast Minnesota with 
1-3 inches elsewhere in western and central Wisconsin. Rapidly 
reducing visibilities below one mile expected in aforementioned 
heavier snow bands with quick accumulations rapidly deteriorating 
road conditions.

A band of 5 to 8 inches of total snow is expected north of 
Interstate 90 through the I-94 corridor tonight into Wednesday 
morning. Snow amounts will decrease very quickly south of I-90. 
Blowing and drifting snow Wednesday morning is expected as winds 
increase.

The second and stronger wave of snow arrives from south to north
Wednesday across the entire area. By the time the storm ends late
Thursday, an additional 8 to 12 inches of snow is expected
northwest of an Austin, Minnesota to Necedah, Wisconsin line.
sleet and freezing rain are a expected south of this line. Ice
amounts from 1 to 3 tenths of an inch are possible along and
south of the Highway 18 corridor beginning early Wednesday
afternoon lasting until Thursday morning with the risk of tree
and power line damage amplified by winds gusting to 30 to 40 mph.

This will be a HIGHLY impactful winter storm with travel severely
impacted at times.

MNZ086>088-094-095-221000-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona, Austin, 
and Preston
950 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory overnight into Wednesday
  morning, snow expected with further accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy mixed precipitation 
  expected. Total snow accumulations of 7 to 12 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted, Winona, Mower and Fillmore Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 AM CST 
  Wednesday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 9 AM Wednesday 
  to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ096-WIZ041>044-053-221000-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Caledonia, La Crosse, Sparta, Tomah, 
Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
950 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory overnight into Wednesday
  morning, snow expected with further accumulations of 1 to 4 
  inches. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy mixed precipitation 
  expected. Total snow accumulations of 7 to 10 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to 6 AM CST Wednesday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 9 AM 
  Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-221000-
/O.CON.KARX.IS.W.0002.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
950 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...ICE STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. Ice accumulations of one 
  tenth to three tenths of an inch. Total snow accumulations of 
  up to 3 inches across the northern portions of the counties to 
  less than an inch across the south. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the
  ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions
  could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-WIZ032-033-221000-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
Wabasha-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Alma, Arcadia, and Whitehall
950 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. A further 3 to 5
  inches of snow is expected overnight through Wednesday morning.
  Another 8 to 12 inches of snow expected in the second round 
  Wednesday through Thursday. Total snow accumulations of 13 to 20
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wabasha County. In Wisconsin, Buffalo 
  and Trempealeau Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

WIZ017-029-034-221000-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-Jackson-
Including the cities of Medford, Neillsville, 
and Black River Falls
950 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. A further of 2 to 5
  inches of snow is expected tonight through Wednesday morning.
  Another 8 to 12 inches of snow expected within the second round
  Wednesday through Thursday. Total snow accumulations of 11 to 
  20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Taylor, Clark and Jackson Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-221000-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1500Z-230224T0000Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
950 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 7 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$
004 
WWUS43 KARX 220833
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
233 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...Snow continues north of I-90 for the rest of tonight with a 
second round of heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain starting
area-wide by mid-morning...

.Snow persists north of Interstate 90 from southeast Minnesota 
into west-central Wisconsin for the remainder of the night and
into the morning hours. Additional snow amounts should be around 
1 to 3 inches and confined closer to the Interstate 94 corridor.

The second and stronger wave of snow arrives from south to north
this morning across the entire area. By the time the storm ends 
Thursday morning, an additional 8 to 12 inches of snow is 
expected northwest of an Austin, Minnesota to Necedah, Wisconsin 
line. 

Sleet and freezing rain may mix in with the snow at times, with 
the best potential for hazardous icing conditions being across 
northeast Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. Ice amounts from a tenth 
to four tenths of an inch are expected along and south of the 
Highway 18 corridor through tonight. This ice brings with it the 
risk of tree and power line damage amplified by winds gusting to 
30 to 40 mph.

This will be a HIGHLY impactful winter storm with travel severely
impacted at times.

MNZ094>096-WIZ041-053-221645-
/O.CAN.KARX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1200Z-230223T1800Z/
Mower-Fillmore-Houston-La Crosse-Vernon-
Including the cities of Austin, Preston, Caledonia, La Crosse, 
and Viroqua
233 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO
NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow, occasionally mixed with sleet and freezing
  rain. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 9 inches and ice 
  accumulations of up to one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Mower, Fillmore and Houston Counties. In 
  Wisconsin, La Crosse and Vernon Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon CST Thursday with the
  heaviest snow from late this morning through early Thursday
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ086>088-WIZ042>044-221645-
/O.EXT.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1200Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-
Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona, Sparta, 
Tomah, Mauston, and Friendship
233 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY
THIS MORNING...
...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO
NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of one to two inches. For the Winter Storm 
  Warning, heavy snow, occasionally mixed with sleet and freezing 
  rain. Total snow accumulations of 7 to 11 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central and west 
  central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 AM CST early
  this morning. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 6 AM this
  morning to noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-221645-
/O.EXT.KARX.IS.W.0002.230222T1200Z-230223T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
233 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...ICE STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO NOON
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  1 to 3 inches and ice accumulations of one tenth to four 
  tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the
  ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions
  could impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-WIZ017-029-032>034-221645-
/O.EXT.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wabasha-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-Jackson-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Medford, Neillsville, Alma, 
Arcadia, Whitehall, and Black River Falls
233 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow, occasionally mixed with sleet and freezing
  rain. Additional snow accumulations of 10 to 12 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, north 
  central and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-221645-
/O.EXT.KARX.WS.W.0003.230222T1200Z-230223T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
233 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO
NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 3 to 5 inches and ice accumulations of one 
  tenth to two tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

KDS
477 
WWUS43 KARX 221203
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
603 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...Second round of heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain arriving
from the south...

.The next wave of snow arrives from south to north this morning 
and persists through the rest of today and tonight, ending from 
southwest to northeast during the morning on Thursday. Strong 
winds gusting to 30 to 40 mph combined with the falling snow will 
lead to reduced visibilities and possibly whiteout conditions in 
open areas. By the time the storm ends, an additional 8 to 12 
inches of snow is expected northwest of an Austin, Minnesota to 
Necedah, Wisconsin line.

Sleet and freezing rain may mix with the snow at times, with the 
best potential for hazardous icing conditions being across 
northeast Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. Ice amounts from a tenth 
to four tenths of an inch are expected along and south of the 
Highway 18 corridor through tonight. This ice brings with it the 
risk of tree and power line damage amplified by winds gusting to 
30 to 40 mph.

This will be a HIGHLY impactful winter storm with travel severely
affected at times.

MNZ086>088-WIZ042>044-222015-
/O.EXP.KARX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230222T1200Z/
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-
Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona, Sparta, 
Tomah, Mauston, and Friendship
603 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow, occasionally mixed with sleet and freezing
  rain. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 11 inches and ice
  accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central and west 
  central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Snow overspreads the region by mid-morning and persists
  through mid to late morning on Thursday. The greatest impacts 
  will be from midday today through tonight. 

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-222015-
/O.CON.KARX.IS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
603 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...ICE STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. Total snow accumulations of 
  1 to 3 inches and ice accumulations of one tenth to four 
  tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...The greatest risk of accumulating ice will be from this
  morning through early tonight, with strong winds lingering
  through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the 
  ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-WIZ017-029-032>034-222015-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wabasha-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-Jackson-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Medford, Neillsville, Alma, 
Arcadia, Whitehall, and Black River Falls
603 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow, occasionally mixed with sleet and freezing
  rain. Additional snow accumulations of 9 to 12 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, north 
  central and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...As the overnight snow weakens early this morning, a new
  round of heavy snow overspreads the region by mid to late
  morning and persists through late morning on Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ094>096-WIZ041-053-222015-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mower-Fillmore-Houston-La Crosse-Vernon-
Including the cities of Austin, Preston, Caledonia, La Crosse, 
and Viroqua
603 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow, occasionally mixed with sleet and freezing
  rain. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Mower, Fillmore and Houston Counties. In 
  Wisconsin, La Crosse and Vernon Counties.

* WHEN...Snow overspreads the region by mid-morning and persists
  through mid to late morning on Thursday. The greatest impacts
  will be from midday today through tonight. 

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-222015-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
603 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow
  accumulations of 3 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...The greatest risk of accumulating ice and snow will be
  from this morning through early tonight, with strong winds
  lingering through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

KDS
809 
WWUS43 KARX 221211
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
611 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...Second round of heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain arriving
from the south...

.The next wave of snow arrives from south to north this morning
and persists through the rest of today and tonight, ending from
southwest to northeast during the morning on Thursday. Strong
winds gusting to 30 to 40 mph combined with the falling snow will
lead to reduced visibilities and possibly whiteout conditions in
open areas. By the time the storm ends, an additional 8 to 12 
inches of snow is expected northwest of an Austin, Minnesota to 
Necedah, Wisconsin line.

Sleet and freezing rain may mix with the snow at times, with the
best potential for hazardous icing conditions being across
northeast Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. Ice amounts from a tenth
to four tenths of an inch are expected along and south of the
Highway 18 corridor through tonight. This ice brings with it the
risk of tree and power line damage amplified by winds gusting to
30 to 40 mph.

This will be a HIGHLY impactful winter storm with travel severely
affected at times.

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-222100-
/O.CON.KARX.IS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
611 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...ICE STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches and ice accumulations of one tenth to four tenths of an 
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...The greatest risk of accumulating ice will be from this
  morning through early tonight, with strong winds lingering
  through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the 
  ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-086>088-WIZ017-029-032>034-222100-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona,
Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, 
and Black River Falls
611 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow, occasionally mixed with sleet and freezing
  rain. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 12 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, north 
  central and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...As the overnight snow weakens early this morning, a new
  round of heavy snow overspreads the region by mid to late
  morning and persists through late morning on Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ094>096-WIZ041>044-053-222100-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mower-Fillmore-Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Austin, Preston, Caledonia, La Crosse, 
Sparta, Tomah, Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
611 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow, occasionally mixed with sleet and freezing
  rain. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Snow overspreads the region by mid-morning and persists
  through mid to late morning on Thursday. The greatest impacts
  will be from midday today through tonight.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-222100-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
611 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Total snow accumulations of 3
  to 6 inches and ice accumulations of up to one tenth of an inch.
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...The greatest risk of accumulating ice and snow will be
  from this morning through early tonight, with strong winds
  lingering through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

KDS
368 
WWUS43 KARX 221750
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
1150 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...Second round of heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain...

.This early afternoon the heavy snowband that moved into the
region from the south is along I-90. Visibilities have been less 
than 1 mile at times under the heaviest band. HREF guidance remains 
consistent keeping the higher accumulating rates along this 
corridor through the afternoon, but the signal for 1 inch rates 
have weakened. Heading into the evening the snowfall is 
anticipated to spread further northward and fill across northeast 
Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. Strong winds gusting up to 40 mph 
combined with the falling snow could lead to whiteout conditions 
especially in open areas. Sleet and freezing rain have been 
reported for locations in far southwest Wisconsin through central 
Iowa. Ice accumulations near 1/4 of an inch are still possible for
locations south of highway 18. This will be a HIGHLY impactful 
winter storm with travel severely affected at times.

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-230200-
/O.CON.KARX.IS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
1150 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...ICE STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing. Additional snow accumulations of up to
  two inches and ice accumulations of one tenth to three tenths of
  an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are possible due to the
  ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-086>088-WIZ017-029-032>034-230200-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona,
Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, 
and Black River Falls
1150 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 9 to 12 inches and ice accumulations of a 
  light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, north 
  central and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ094>096-WIZ041>044-053-230200-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mower-Fillmore-Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Austin, Preston, Caledonia, La Crosse, 
Sparta, Tomah, Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
1150 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 6 to 9 inches and ice accumulations of a 
  light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-230200-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
1150 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 7 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$
003 
WWUS43 KARX 222120
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
320 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...Period of Heavier Accumulations through Late Afternoon...

.At mid-afternoon, radar continues to show widespread 
precipitation occurring across the region, with the heaviest 
rates seen so far today. Freezing rain, sleet and snow was seen in
northeast Iowa and southwest Wisconsin, with around a tenth of an
inch of ice accumulation. Mainly snow, occasionally mixing with 
sleet, is found around the Interstate 90 corridor with 4 to 8 
inches received thus far. All snow is found further north of 
Interstate 90. Winds are gusting from 30 to 35 mph causing some 
drifting, especially on ridgetops and higher terrain. 

Though the afternoon commute, expect accumulating ice and snow to
continue with gusty winds. Travel continues to deteriorate. 

There will be a period of freezing drizzle near or south of
Interstate 90 during the evening and into the overnight, reducing
the snow accumulations. Light ice accumulations are expected. Snow
will continue north of I-90. Another period of heavier snow will 
occur before sunrise west and north of La Crosse. 

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-230530-
/O.CON.KARX.IS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
320 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...ICE STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing. Occasional sleet. Ice accumulations 
  of up to three tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-086>088-WIZ017-029-032>034-230530-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona,
Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, 
and Black River Falls
320 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and drifting snow. Additional snow accumulations of
  7 to 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, north 
  central and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ094>096-WIZ041>044-053-230530-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mower-Fillmore-Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Austin, Preston, Caledonia, La Crosse, 
Sparta, Tomah, Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
320 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and drifting snow, occasionally mixing with sleet 
  or freezing drizzle. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 7 
  inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-230530-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
320 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow and sleet
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$
795 
WWUS43 KARX 230213
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
813 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...Temporary Decrease In The Precipitation...

.Some drier air was working into parts of the area this evening
and has been responsible for a temporary decrease in the
precipitation across parts of northeast Iowa and southeast
Minnesota. This drier air will move across much of the rest of the
area with a decrease in the precipitation before another round of
widespread precipitation moves in overnight.

For the rest of the evening, expect mainly snow north of
Interstate 90, although this could be mixed with some sleet or
freezing drizzle at times. Farther south, expect freezing rain and
sleet to be the main precipitation types. Overnight into Thursday
morning, all the precipitation is expected to switch over to snow.

Winds will continue to gust into the 25 to 35 mph range cause some
drifting snow, especially on ridge tops, higher terrain and open
areas.

Some power outages have occurred this evening across portions of 
Grant County in southwest Wisconsin.

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-231015-
/O.CON.KARX.IS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
813 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...ICE STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing. Additional snow accumulations of up 
  to one inch and ice accumulations of up to one tenth of an 
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-086>088-WIZ017-029-032>034-231015-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona,
Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, 
and Black River Falls
813 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 9 inches and ice accumulations of a 
  light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, north 
  central and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ094>096-WIZ041>044-053-231015-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mower-Fillmore-Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Austin, Preston, Caledonia, La Crosse, 
Sparta, Tomah, Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
813 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches and ice accumulations of a 
  light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-231015-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
813 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to two inches and ice accumulations of a 
  light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$
198 
WWUS43 KARX 230814
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
214 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...One More Round Of Snow, Wintry Mix This Morning...

.As an area of moderate snow lifts northeast across northern 
Wisconsin, mostly north of Interstate 94, a brief break of an hour
or two from the precipitation can be expected. Another area of 
snow to a wintry mix is quickly rotating northward out of Iowa 
however, returning one more round of precipitation. This area of 
mainly snow looks to shift north of Interstate 90 by mid morning, 
exiting into northern Wisconsin toward noon. 

Winds will continue drift snow, especially on ridge tops, higher 
terrain and open areas.


IAZ029-030-WIZ061-231700-
/O.CAN.KARX.IS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.WW.Y.0009.230223T0814Z-230223T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
214 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...ICE STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Wintry mix to snow. Snow accumulations of up to one inch
  and additional ice accumulations of a light glaze.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning commute.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-086>088-WIZ017-029-032>034-231700-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona,
Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, 
and Black River Falls
214 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow with additional accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, north 
  central and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ094>096-WIZ041>044-053-231700-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mower-Fillmore-Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Austin, Preston, Caledonia, La Crosse, 
Sparta, Tomah, Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
214 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow with additional accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.
  Brief period of a wintry mix possible which could deposit a
  light glaze of ice.  

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-231700-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
214 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow with additional accumulations of up to one inch.
  Period of wintry mix possible which could deposit a light glaze
  of ice. 

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

Rieck
366 
WWUS43 KARX 231209
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
609 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...Snow Quickly Moving Northeast This Morning...

.A band of moderate to heavy snow will quickly push northeast
across the area early the morning, with the back edge looking to
reach the Interstate 94 corridor by 8 am. 1" per hour snowfall
rates are possible. 

The snow will continue to move northeast, likely exiting into
northern Wisconsin before the noon hour. 

Winds will continue to drift snow, especially on ridge tops, 
higher terrain and open areas.

MNZ079-086>088-WIZ017-029-032>034-231800-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona,
Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, 
and Black River Falls
609 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

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

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, north 
  central and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ094>096-WIZ041>044-053-231800-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mower-Fillmore-Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Austin, Preston, Caledonia, La Crosse, 
Sparta, Tomah, Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
609 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow with additional accumulations of up to 2 inches.
  Brief period of a wintry mix with light icing possible. 

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-231800-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
609 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow with additional accumulations up to 1 inch. Brief 
  period of a wintry mix with light icing possible. 

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-231800-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
609 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow to a wintry mix. Snow under an inch and a light
  glaze of ice possible. 

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

Rieck
903 
WWUS43 KARX 231430
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
830 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...Wintry Precipitation Moving Out...

.As wintry precipitation has started to clear across some portions
of the area, reports of 8 to 12 inches of snow and a 1/4 inch of 
ice have been received. This wintry mix of snow and freezing 
drizzle will continue to move northeast out of the local area late
this morning. 

Winds will continue to drift snow, especially on ridge tops,
higher terrain and open areas.

MNZ079-086>088-WIZ017-029-032>034-231800-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona,
Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, 
and Black River Falls
830 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, north 
  central and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Patchy blowing snow could
  significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ094>096-WIZ041>044-053-231800-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mower-Fillmore-Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Austin, Preston, Caledonia, La Crosse, 
Sparta, Tomah, Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
830 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow with additional accumulations of up to 1 inch. 
  Brief period of wintry mix with light icing possible.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, southwest 
  and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Patchy blowing snow could
  significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-231800-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
830 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow with additional accumulations up to 1 inch. Brief
  period of a wintry mix with light icing possible.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and 
  southwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-231800-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
830 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
TODAY...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation. Additional snow accumulations under
  an inch and ice accumulations of a light glaze.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Fayette and Clayton Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Grant County.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin,
visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

EMS
810 
WWUS43 KARX 231759
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
1159 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...Winter Precipitation Gradually Ending...
...Roads still slippery / snow covered...

.Most of the winter precipitation has or is exiting the area. The
combination of advisories and warnings will be allowed to expire
but area roads and highways will still remain snow covered through
the day.

Please use caution if you plan on traveling later today.

MNZ079-086>088-WIZ017-029-032>034-231900-
/O.EXP.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Jackson-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Dodge Center, Rochester, Winona,
Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, 
and Black River Falls
1159 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON CST TODAY...

Precipitation is exiting the area. Winds may continue to cause
some drifting and area roads may also remain slick.

$$

MNZ094>096-WIZ041>044-053-231900-
/O.EXP.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mower-Fillmore-Houston-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
Including the cities of Austin, Preston, Caledonia, La Crosse, 
Sparta, Tomah, Mauston, Friendship, and Viroqua
1159 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON CST TODAY...

Precipitation is exiting the area but remain cautious with area
travel.

$$

IAZ008>011-018-019-WIZ054-055-231900-
/O.EXP.KARX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Crawford-
Richland-
Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, 
Charles City, New Hampton, Prairie Du Chien, and Richland Center
1159 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON CST TODAY...

Precipitation is exiting the area but remain cautious with area
travel.

$$

IAZ029-030-WIZ061-231900-
/O.EXP.KARX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Elkader, and Platteville
1159 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON CST TODAY...

Precipitation is exiting the area but remain cautious with area
travel.

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this winter storm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS La Crosse, WI wrote its last area forecast discussion before this winter storm warning went out at Feb 20, 10:57 PM CST, 4 hours earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 20, 10:57 PM CST, 4 hours before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
1057 PM CST Mon Feb 20 2023

.DISCUSSION...(Tonight through Monday)
Issued at 235 PM CST Mon Feb 20 2023

Key Messages:

 - Complex, high-impact winter storm remains on track to impact the
region from late Tue afternoon through Thu.

 - Two main rounds of snow expected from this storm late Tue
afternoon into early Wednesday morning and then Wednesday Tue
evening through Thursday. While the snow may lessen during the day
on Wednesday, blowing and drifting snow may result in continued
travel impacts.

 - Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches expected in the
current winter storm watch, with amounts in excess of a foot likely
at some locales.

 - A wintry mix of snow and freezing rain impacts northeast Iowa and
far southwest Wisconsin Wed evening through Thu morning. The
greatest impacts from icing look to be along and south of the
Highway 18 corridor.

 - Light snow ends across the north this evening, but blustery winds
for most.

* SNOW EXITING EAST THIS EVENING: mostly north of I-94, min
  accumulations. Blustery winds through the night.

North-south running band of low level warm air advection currently
powering much of the light snow shifting west-east across the area
early this afternoon. Ripple in the upper level flow over the
northern plains gradually catches up to this, but looks to hold
across northern WI. Overall, expect the light snow chances to
persist into early evening, mostly north of I-94, and should shift
away/end by late evening. Could see some rain mix in along southerly
portions of the band. Snow amounts still look minimal, perhaps up to
an inch.

Winds will be on the increase through the afternoon, staying fairly
windy tonight with tighter pressure gradient around passing low
pressure system in the north.

>>>  W I N T E R    S T O R M  <<<<<

A multi-faceted winter storm will bring snow, wind (blowing and
drifting) and a wintry mix to the region from Tuesday night through
Thursday. Medium range guidance has been steadfast in the
overarching scheme and fairly steady in potential snow/icing
amounts. Some increase in winds heighten possible blowing/drifting
snow threat in additional to some tightening of snow bands and
mostly small shifts in where the bands bands/mixed pcpn transition
will lie. Overall the messages remains the same > a high impact
storm with multiple threats and widespread travel hazards.

The storm will come in 2 main parts with a potential "lull" in
between. Higher end impacts are most likely Wednesday night through
Thursday morning.

1) TUE NIGHT: band of snow will develop along/north of a west to
east running warm front across the northern plains, shifting
eastward across central MN/northern MN Tue night. A weak ripple in
the upper level flow could aid in the lift, but much of this snow
will be driven by the frontogenetic forcing...and the short term
models are showing some lift northward compared to what the medium
range guidance has been favoring the past several days. This could
shift the bulk of the snow to along/north of I-90, with little/if
any chances across NE IA/SW WI. Also, some hints of a weaker Fgen
band - which could impact amounts (lower). This west-east layout
will bring time/residence into accumulations, helping elevate
amounts where that band setups. Amounts looking a little less than
previous days, with 3 to 5" currently progged.

2) WED: a "lull" from significant snowfall, but winds will be
ramping up.

The low level warming/Fgen band of snow exits east by mid morning.
Broad, relatively weak isentropic upglide could persist for much of
the day. Some hints of narrow west-east running 600:700 mb Fgen
band, also weak, running along the I-90 corridor. This should be
enough to continue light snow chances, although amounts look to be
relatively light into early afternoon (approx an inch or less). Pcpn
could be returning from the south as soon as mid afternoon - but
models showing some differences here.

The pressure gradient starts to tighten overnight Tue, persisting
through Wed. Sustained from 15 to 25 mph with gusts into the lower
to mid 30s look likely. Blowing and drifting of the freshly fallen
snow would occur, especially in open/unsheltered areas. How
significant of an impact is a bit uncertain, with questions on
location/amounts. Also a few mph swing in winds up or down could
greatly increase or lessen the impacts.

3) WED NIGHT-THU: heavy snow north, wintry mix south, continued
blowing/drifting.

Upper level trough on track to kick out of the southern Rockies with
cyclogenesis ramping up as it lifts northeast, working along an
exiting warm front which runs west to east over the mid mississippi
river valley (associated with a different piece of upper level
energy).

Strong push of moist, milder air ahead of the storm system as it
nears with steady plume of 850:700 mb moisture transport across the
front, wrapping westward - feeding the deformation region of the
storm. +1 to +2 PW anomalies via the NAEFS and ECMWF from late Wed
afternoon/Wed night. Low level warming of +1 to +3 expected into
northeast IA/southwest WI, riding on top of a sub freezing sfc
layer. A band of mostly freezing rain/sleet would be likely. How
warm, deep and northward extending this layer is remains a
question mark. The GFS has trended southward and has been
consistent on keep any icing threat just south of the forecast
area (DBQ southward) over its last 4 runs. The EC continues with
upwards 1/4" over northeast IA/southwest WI - some wavering north
and south, but steady with south of the MN/IA border. The NAM
muddies what used to be a clearer signal with +1 to +2 warm layer
up to I-90 border...suggesting the wintry mix would extend farther
north. For now, will hold with the model blend to ferret out the
ptype transition line - and hold it across NE IA/SW WI

North of there, the frontogenetic band will increase/narrow as the
system approaches, with a strong response in the favored 700 mb snow
producing layer north/west of the sfc low. Moderate to heavy bands
of snow should be the result. Lower SLRs (10:1) near the transition
zone of the snow/wintry mix, but in the favored frontogenetic
banding, ratios should push into the mid teens, even closer to 20:1
at times. 1-2" per hour are expected overnight Wed through about mid
morning Thu. Amounts, intensity should fall off by the afternoon as
the storm continues to push northeast. With several/many more inches
of fresh snow to play with, and likely a lot less water content
where the higher amounts fall, the persistent strong/gusty winds
will blow and drift this snow. Wind prone, open areas could
experience localized white-out conditions.

The GFS/EC have been persistent and insistent on the strength and
potential piles of snow with this storm system. At least the last 4
ensemble runs of the EPS and GEFS put around a foot of snow around I-
90 northward to I-94. The GEFS likes a couple more inches on top of
that. Important note here: this output is based on 10:1 SLRs...lower
than what is expected. Amount likely higher and could push 18" or
more.

HEADLINES: electing to hold with current watch. With some potential
for further adjustments in where the snow falls/amounts Tue night,
will let short term models provide a bit more guidance. As it sits,
looking more like a winter weather adv for Tue night generally
around and north of I-90. Could extend into Wed due to
blowing/drifting snow concerns (snow amounts/area dependent). The
watch could be extended into northeast IA/southwest WI with more
widespread warnings and advisories for the high impact then for Wed
night-Thu time period.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 06Z TAFS through 06Z Tuesday night)
Issued at 1057 PM CST Mon Feb 20 2023

A cold front was moving across the area late this evening and was
bringing a few flurries and MVFR ceilings with. These should move
past both sites overnight with the return of VFR conditions by
sunrise. Gusty west winds with the front will continue through the
night before diminishing early Tuesday morning. A short wave
coming in from the northwest will push a round of snow into the
area for late Tuesday afternoon into the evening. This is expected
to bring the visibility down to IFR with mainly MVFR ceilings.
Latest hi-res guidance is suggesting the heavier snow may set up
just to the north of both sites with this wave.

&&

.ARX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
WI...Winter Storm Watch from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday
     afternoon for WIZ017-029-032>034-041>044-053>055-061.

     Winter Weather Advisory from 3 PM Tuesday to 6 AM CST Wednesday
     for WIZ032-033.

     Winter Weather Advisory from 6 PM Tuesday to 6 AM CST Wednesday
     for WIZ017-029-034-041>044-053.

MN...Winter Storm Watch from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday
     afternoon for MNZ079-086>088-094>096.

     Winter Weather Advisory from 3 PM Tuesday to 6 AM CST Wednesday
     for MNZ079-086>088-094-095.

     Winter Weather Advisory from 6 PM Tuesday to 6 AM CST Wednesday
     for MNZ096.

IA...Winter Storm Watch from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday
     afternoon for IAZ008>011-018-019-029-030.

&&

DISCUSSION...Rieck
AVIATION...04
Hazardous weather outlook, Feb 20, 1:58 PM CST, 12 hours 59 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
158 PM CST Mon Feb 20 2023

IAZ008>011-018-019-029-030-WIZ054-055-061-211000-
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Allamakee-Floyd-Chickasaw-Fayette-
Clayton-Crawford-Richland-Grant-
158 PM CST Mon Feb 20 2023

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northeast Iowa
and southwest Wisconsin.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday

A wintry mix of snow and freezing rain impacts the area from
late afternoon Wednesday through Thursday with the best threat
for freezing rain being along and south of Highway 18. Snowfall
amounts increase north of this line, approaching 3 to 6 inches
near the Minnesota border.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Snow and ice reports are appreciated.

.EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATION...

A webinar is scheduled for 2 PM Tuesday.

MNZ079-086>088-094>096-WIZ017-029-032>034-041>044-053-211000-
Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Mower-Fillmore-Houston-Taylor-Clark-
Buffalo-Trempealeau-Jackson-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-
158 PM CST Mon Feb 20 2023

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of southeast
Minnesota and western into north-central Wisconsin.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

Areas of light snow this evening, mostly north of highway 10 with
up to an additional inch of snow.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday

A winter storm watch for heavy snow is in effect from Tuesday
evening through Thursday. Expect significant travel impacts
during this time period with total snowfall amounts of 6 to 12
inches, possibly higher. Areas of blowing and drifting snow
likely.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Snow and ice reports are appreciated.

.EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATION...

A webinar is scheduled for 2 PM Tuesday.

Rieck

The office that day

Everything else NWS La Crosse, WI issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 20, 9:32 PM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryARXDodge, Fillmore, Houston, Mower, Olmsted, Wabasha and 1 more32 hr
Feb 21, 2:36 PM CSTIce Storm WarningARXGrant36 hr

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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.