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Blizzard Warning 4, NWS La Crosse, WI

December 27, 20256 counties in Iowa; 4 counties in Minnesota

NWS La Crosse, WI issued this blizzard warning at Dec 27, 2025, 9:48 PM CST for 6 counties in Iowa; 4 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Dec 28, 2025, 12:00 PM CST. It was in force for 19 hr. 16 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
Dec 27, 2025, 9:48 PM CST (03:48 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 28, 2025, 12:00 PM CST
Expired
Dec 29, 2025, 6:40 AM CST
In force
19 hr
Issued by
NWS La Crosse, WI

Counties Chickasaw County, IA, Fayette County, IA, Floyd County, IA, Howard County, IA, Mitchell County, IA, Winneshiek County, IA, Dodge County, MN, Fillmore County, MN, Mower County, MN, Olmsted County, MN

The radar

The La Crosse radar (KARX), 106 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 03:51 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
Dec 28, 12:00 PM CSTSNOW 2.63 N Stewartville, MNStill snowing.
Dec 28, 12:00 PM CSTSNOW 2.63 N Stewartville, MN
Dec 28, 2:00 PM CSTSNOW 0.53 N Fayette, IA
Dec 28, 6:11 PM CSTSNOW 41 Sw Oronoco, MN
Dec 28, 7:00 PM CSTSNOW 32 Nne Rochester, MNStill snowing.
Dec 28, 7:00 PM CSTSNOW 4Stewartville, MNStill snowing.
Dec 28, 7:28 PM CSTSNOW 2.3Rochester, MNStill snowing.
Dec 28, 7:48 PM CSTSNOW 1.34 Wsw Austin, MNVia social media. Still snowing.
Dec 28, 8:50 PM CSTSNOW 41 Nw Rochester, MNVia social media. Still snowing.
Dec 29, 4:00 AM CSTSNOW 3.11 Ese Austin, MNCocorahs station MN-MW-20 Austin 1.1 ESE.
Dec 29, 5:00 AM CSTSNOW 63 Ne Rochester, MNCocorahs station MN-OL-18 2 NE Rochester.
Dec 29, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.1Lanesboro, MNCocorahs station MN-FM-18 Lanesboro 0.2 SSW.
Dec 29, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.22 Wsw Rochester, MNCocorahs station MN-OL-42 Rochester 1.5 WSW.
Dec 29, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 5.73 N Stewartville, MN
Dec 29, 6:30 AM CSTSNOW 6Hayfield, MNCocorahs station MN-DD-14 Hayfield 0.3 SSE.
Dec 29, 6:36 AM CSTSNOW 21 Ese Charles City, IACocorahs station IA-FL-8 Charles City 1.2 ESE.

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, 3.8 hours before the alert went out and 184 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 2025-12-28Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2025-12-28The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 64 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 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
603 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
66 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
64 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
169 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

178 
WWUS43 KARX 280348
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
948 PM CST Sat Dec 27 2025

...WINTER STORM BRINGS HAZARDOUS TRAVEL SUNDAY AFTERNOON INTO MONDAY 
MORNING...

.A potent winter storm will bring widespread moderate to heavy snow 
to the region along with northwest winds gusting as high as 45 mph. 
Blowing and drifting is expected with blizzard conditions likely 
over the open and unsheltered locations of southeast Minnesota and 
northeast Iowa.

Rain during the morning transitions to a wintry mix and then snow 
from the west to east through Sunday afternoon. Snow will fall 
across all areas by the evening.

Temperatures fall off rapidly during the day Sunday in the wake of a 
passing cold front, freezing standing water and untreated wet 
surfaces.

Winds will also be on the increase by Sunday afternoon, staying 
strong and gusty into Monday morning.

Travel will be slippery to treacherous for many locations, dangerous 
in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be prepared to 
alter or cancel travel plans. Check on road conditions before 
venturing out.

MNZ086-087-094-095-281200-
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.W.0008.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.BZ.W.0004.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
Dodge-Olmsted-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Rochester, Dodge Center, Austin, and
Preston
948 PM CST Sat Dec 27 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO 9 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected with total snow accumulations 
  between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Monday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst of the blizzard conditions are 
  likely to be Sunday evening into Monday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In 
Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008-009-018-019-281200-
/O.UPG.KARX.WW.Y.0021.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.BZ.W.0004.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Floyd-Chickasaw-
Including the cities of Charles City, New Hampton, Osage, and
Cresco
948 PM CST Sat Dec 27 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO 9 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected with total snow accumulations 
  between 4 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Floyd, Mitchell, Chickasaw, and Howard Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst of the blizzard conditions are 
  likely to be Sunday evening into Monday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In 
Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-088-WIZ032-281200-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
Wabasha-Winona-Buffalo-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Winona, and Alma
948 PM CST Sat Dec 27 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO 9 AM 
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected with total snow accumulations between 7 
  and 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ096-WIZ017-029-033-034-041>044-281200-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
Houston-Taylor-Clark-Trempealeau-Jackson-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-
Adams-
Including the cities of Medford, Arcadia, La Crosse, Caledonia,
Sparta, Neillsville, Mauston, Tomah, Friendship, Black River
Falls, and Whitehall
948 PM CST Sat Dec 27 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SUNDAY TO NOON 
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected with total snow accumulations between 5 
  and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 3 PM Sunday to noon CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

IAZ010-011-029-030-WIZ053>055-061-281200-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0021.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
Winneshiek-Allamakee-Fayette-Clayton-Vernon-Crawford-Richland-
Grant-
Including the cities of Platteville, Viroqua, Richland Center,
Oelwein, Waukon, Decorah, Elkader, and Prairie Du Chien
948 PM CST Sat Dec 27 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SUNDAY TO 
NOON CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 3 PM Sunday to noon CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

Skow
6 follow-up statements
174 
WWUS43 KARX 280911
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
311 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER STORM BRINGS HAZARDOUS TRAVEL THIS AFTERNOON INTO MONDAY 
MORNING...

.A potent winter storm brings widespread moderate to heavy snow and 
strong northwest winds gusting near 45 mph. Blowing and drifting 
snow will result in blizzard conditions for open and unsheltered 
locations of southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa.

Initial rain quickly switches to snow from west to east through the 
afternoon hours with snowfall rates in excess of 1" per hour 
possible through the evening hours.

Rapidly decreasing temperatures through the afternoon will freeze 
standing water and untreated wet surfaces.

Travel will be hazardous to treacherous for many locations and 
dangerous in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be 
prepared to alter or cancel travel plans.

IAZ010-011-WIZ053-054-281800-
/O.UPG.KARX.WW.Y.0021.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KARX.WS.W.0008.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
Winneshiek-Allamakee-Vernon-Crawford-
Including the cities of Prairie Du Chien, Viroqua, Waukon, and
Decorah
311 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO NOON 
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 
  7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Allamakee and Winneshiek Counties. In Wisconsin, 
  Crawford and Vernon Counties.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

IAZ008-009-018-019-MNZ086-087-094-095-281800-
/O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0004.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Floyd-Chickasaw-Dodge-Olmsted-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Cresco, Preston, Rochester, New Hampton,
Charles City, Dodge Center, Austin, and Osage
311 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 AM CST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 5 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and southeast 
  Minnesota.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing 
  snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  will impact the Monday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In 
Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-088-WIZ032-281800-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
Wabasha-Winona-Buffalo-
Including the cities of Alma, Wabasha, and Winona
311 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 AM 
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 
  9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ096-WIZ017-029-033-034-041>044-281800-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
Houston-Taylor-Clark-Trempealeau-Jackson-La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-
Adams-
Including the cities of Neillsville, Arcadia, Tomah, Mauston,
Friendship, Caledonia, Medford, Sparta, Black River Falls,
Whitehall, and La Crosse
311 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON 
TO NOON CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 
  9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

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-WIZ055-061-281800-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0021.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
Fayette-Clayton-Richland-Grant-
Including the cities of Oelwein, Platteville, Richland Center,
and Elkader
311 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS 
AFTERNOON TO NOON CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

JAR
972 
WWUS43 KARX 281427
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
827 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER STORM BRINGS HAZARDOUS TRAVEL THIS AFTERNOON INTO MONDAY 
MORNING...

.A potent winter storm brings widespread moderate to heavy snow and 
strong northwest winds gusting near 45 mph. Blowing and drifting 
snow will result in blizzard conditions for open and unsheltered 
locations of southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa.

Initial rain quickly switches to snow from west to east through the 
afternoon hours with snowfall rates in excess of 1" per hour 
possible through the evening hours.

Rapidly decreasing temperatures through the afternoon will freeze 
standing water and untreated wet surfaces.

Travel will be hazardous to treacherous for many locations and 
dangerous in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be 
prepared to alter or cancel travel plans.

IAZ010-282230-
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.W.0008.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KARX.BZ.W.0004.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
Winneshiek-
Including the cities of Decorah
827 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 4 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Winneshiek County.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. Visit 511ia.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ029-282230-
/O.UPG.KARX.WW.Y.0021.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KARX.BZ.W.0004.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
Fayette-
Including the cities of Oelwein
827 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Fayette County.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. Visit 511ia.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ008-009-018-019-MNZ086-087-094-095-282230-
/O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0004.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Floyd-Chickasaw-Dodge-Olmsted-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Austin, Cresco, Charles City, Osage,
Preston, Dodge Center, New Hampton, and Rochester
827 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 AM CST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and southeast 
  Minnesota.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In 
Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-088-WIZ032-282230-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.251228T1800Z-251229T1500Z/
Wabasha-Winona-Buffalo-
Including the cities of Wabasha, Winona, and Alma
827 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 AM 
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 
  10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

IAZ011-MNZ096-WIZ017-029-033-034-041>044-053-054-282230-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
Allamakee-Houston-Taylor-Clark-Trempealeau-Jackson-La Crosse-
Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-Crawford-
Including the cities of La Crosse, Mauston, Tomah, Friendship,
Black River Falls, Viroqua, Caledonia, Neillsville, Whitehall,
Medford, Waukon, Arcadia, Sparta, and Prairie Du Chien
827 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON 
TO NOON CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 
  7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

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

&&

$$

IAZ030-WIZ055-061-282230-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0021.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
Clayton-Richland-Grant-
Including the cities of Platteville, Richland Center, and Elkader
827 AM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS 
AFTERNOON TO NOON CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

Kurz
292 
WWUS43 KARX 282020
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
220 PM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER STORM BRINGS HAZARDOUS TRAVEL THIS AFTERNOON INTO MONDAY 
MORNING...

.A potent winter storm will produce widespread moderate to heavy 
snow and strong northwest winds gusting near 45 mph. Blowing and 
drifting
snow will result in blizzard conditions for open and unsheltered 
locations of northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota.

Hourly snowfall rates in excess of 1" per hour will possible through 
the evening hours in southeast Minnesota, and west-central, central, 
and north-central Wisconsin.

Travel will be hazardous to treacherous for many locations and 
dangerous in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be 
prepared to alter or cancel travel plans.

IAZ008-009-018-019-MNZ086-087-094-095-290600-
/O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Floyd-Chickasaw-Dodge-Olmsted-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Rochester, Austin, Charles City, New
Hampton, Osage, Cresco, Preston, and Dodge Center
220 PM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 
  4 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and southeast 
  Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In 
Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ010-029-290600-
/O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
Winneshiek-Fayette-
Including the cities of Oelwein and Decorah
220 PM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 
  2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Fayette and Winneshiek Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. Visit 511ia.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-088-WIZ032-290600-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
Wabasha-Winona-Buffalo-
Including the cities of Alma, Winona, and Wabasha
220 PM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 8 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

IAZ011-MNZ096-WIZ017-029-033-034-041>044-053-054-290600-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
Allamakee-Houston-Taylor-Clark-Trempealeau-Jackson-La Crosse-
Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-Crawford-
Including the cities of Tomah, Neillsville, Prairie Du Chien, La
Crosse, Waukon, Friendship, Viroqua, Caledonia, Arcadia, Black
River Falls, Whitehall, Sparta, Mauston, and Medford
220 PM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

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

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 
  7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

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

&&

$$

IAZ030-WIZ055-061-290600-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0021.251228T2100Z-251229T1800Z/
Clayton-Richland-Grant-
Including the cities of Richland Center, Elkader, and Platteville
220 PM CST Sun Dec 28 2025

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

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

JSB
477 
WWUS43 KARX 290636
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
1236 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

...HAZARDOUS WINTER STORM THIS MORNING...

.Areas of heavy snow and widespread strong northwest winds persist 
hazardous travel conditions this morning. Blizzard conditions due to 
blowing snow and 40 to 50 mph winds primarily affect open and 
unsheltered locations of northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota.

Hourly snowfall rates in excess of 1" per hour continue this 
morning, eventually exiting by daybreak. Impacts from blowing snow 
will persist post snowfall accumulations.

Travel will be hazardous to treacherous for many locations and 
dangerous in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be 
prepared to alter or cancel travel plans.

IAZ008-009-018-019-MNZ086-087-094-095-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Floyd-Chickasaw-Dodge-Olmsted-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Osage, Preston, Austin, New Hampton,
Cresco, Dodge Center, Rochester, and Charles City
1236 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and southeast 
  Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing 
  snow. Dangerous conditions could impact the Monday morning 
  commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In 
Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ010-029-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
Winneshiek-Fayette-
Including the cities of Oelwein and Decorah
1236 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  two inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Fayette and Winneshiek Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing 
  snow. Dangerous travel conditions could impact the Monday morning 
  commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. Visit 511ia.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ011-MNZ096-WIZ017-029-033-034-041>044-053-054-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/
Allamakee-Houston-Taylor-Clark-Trempealeau-Jackson-La Crosse-
Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-Crawford-
Including the cities of Black River Falls, Friendship, Medford,
Mauston, Sparta, Prairie Du Chien, Arcadia, La Crosse, Viroqua,
Whitehall, Neillsville, Caledonia, Waukon, and Tomah
1236 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

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

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

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

&&

$$

MNZ079-088-WIZ032-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
Wabasha-Winona-Buffalo-
Including the cities of Winona, Wabasha, and Alma
1236 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

IAZ030-WIZ055-061-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/
Clayton-Richland-Grant-
Including the cities of Platteville, Elkader, and Richland Center
1236 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

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

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery to hazardous road conditions. Slippery 
  to hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. 
  Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

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.

&&

$$

JAR
357 
WWUS43 KARX 291057
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
457 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

...HAZARDOUS TRAVEL IMPACTS PERSIST THIS MORNING...

.Widespread northwest winds gusting 35 to 45 mph through the morning 
hours persist slippery and hazardous travel conditions this morning. 
Visibility reductions from blowing snow remain possible primarily in 
open, unsheltered areas west of the Mississippi River where higher 
snowfall totals are realized. Widespread drifting snow will cause 
variable slippery and hazardous travel conditions.

IAZ008-009-018-019-MNZ086-087-094-095-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Floyd-Chickasaw-Dodge-Olmsted-Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Osage, Preston, Austin, New Hampton,
Cresco, Dodge Center, Rochester, and Charles City
457 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions from blowing snow. Wind gusts from 40 
  to 45 mph. Additional snow accumulations up to an inch.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and southeast 
  Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down 
  tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get 
stranded, stay with your vehicle. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road 
conditions. In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ010-029-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
Winneshiek-Fayette-
Including the cities of Oelwein and Decorah
457 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions from blowing snow. Wind gusts from 40 
  to 45 mph. Additional snow accumulations up to an inch.

* WHERE...Fayette and Winneshiek Counties.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down 
  tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get 
stranded, stay with your vehicle. Visit 511ia.org for road 
conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ011-MNZ096-WIZ017-029-033-034-041>044-053-054-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/
Allamakee-Houston-Taylor-Clark-Trempealeau-Jackson-La Crosse-
Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-Crawford-
Including the cities of Black River Falls, Friendship, Medford,
Mauston, Sparta, Prairie Du Chien, Arcadia, La Crosse, Viroqua,
Whitehall, Neillsville, Caledonia, Waukon, and Tomah
457 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

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

* WHAT...Drifting and blowing snow from wind gusts near 40 mph. 
  Additional snow accumulations up to an inch.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery to hazardous 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 Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road 
conditions. In Wisconsin, visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-088-WIZ032-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.W.0008.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
Wabasha-Winona-Buffalo-
Including the cities of Winona, Wabasha, and Alma
457 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Drifting and blowing snow from wind gusts near 40 mph. 
  Additional snow accumulations up to an inch.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery to hazardous road conditions impacting 
  parts of the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Minnesota, visit 
511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin, visit 511wi.gov for 
road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ030-WIZ055-061-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/
Clayton-Richland-Grant-
Including the cities of Platteville, Elkader, and Richland Center
457 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

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

* WHAT...Drifting snow from wind gusts near 40 mph. Additional snow 
  accumulations up to an inch.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions impacting 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.

&&

$$

JAR
405 
WWUS43 KARX 291240
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
640 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

...HAZARDOUS TRAVEL CONDITIONS REMAIN THIS MORNING DUE TO ONGOING 
BLOWING SNOW AND SLIPPERY ROADS...

.While much of the snow has ended overnight with some improvement in 
visibilities, wind gusts up to 40 mph continues to result in areas 
of blowing snow reducing visibilities under a mile, primarily in 
unsheltered areas. Additionally, road conditions remain hazardous 
with icy layers under the accumulated snow resulting in slippery 
road conditions. If you plan to travel this morning, be sure to give 
yourself extra time to reach your destination and allow plenty of 
space between vehicles.

IAZ008>010-018-019-029-MNZ086-087-094-095-291800-
/O.CAN.KARX.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
/O.EXA.KARX.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Floyd-Chickasaw-Fayette-Dodge-Olmsted-
Mower-Fillmore-
Including the cities of Austin, Charles City, Decorah, New
Hampton, Cresco, Oelwein, Dodge Center, Rochester, Preston, and
Osage
640 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

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

* WHAT...Blowing snow reducing visibilities below a mile at times 
  along with slippery roads. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and southeast 
  Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org 
for road conditions. In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road 
conditions. In Wisconsin, visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ011-MNZ096-WIZ017-029-033-034-041>044-053-054-291800-
/O.CAN.KARX.WS.W.0008.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KARX.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/
Allamakee-Houston-Taylor-Clark-Trempealeau-Jackson-La Crosse-
Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-Crawford-
Including the cities of Waukon, Medford, Caledonia, Sparta,
Viroqua, Mauston, Neillsville, Arcadia, Prairie Du Chien, Black
River Falls, Tomah, Friendship, La Crosse, and Whitehall
640 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

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

* WHAT...Blowing snow reducing visibilities below a mile at times 
  along with slippery roads. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org 
for road conditions. In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road 
conditions. In Wisconsin, visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

MNZ079-088-WIZ032-291800-
/O.CAN.KARX.WS.W.0008.000000T0000Z-251229T1500Z/
/O.EXA.KARX.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/
Wabasha-Winona-Buffalo-
Including the cities of Alma, Winona, and Wabasha
640 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

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

* WHAT...Blowing snow reducing visibilities below 1 mile at times 
  along with slippery roads. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org 
for road conditions. In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road 
conditions. In Wisconsin, visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

&&

$$

IAZ030-WIZ055-061-291800-
/O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-251229T1800Z/
Clayton-Richland-Grant-
Including the cities of Elkader, Platteville, and Richland Center
640 AM CST Mon Dec 29 2025

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

* WHAT...Blowing snow reducing visibilities below 1 mile at times 
  along with slippery roads. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday 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.

&&

$$

Naylor

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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.