Winter Storm Warning Issued for Douglas and Bayfield Counties Through Thursday Noon

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Duluth has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of Northwest Wisconsin. The alert is currently in effect and is scheduled to expire at 12:00 PM CST on Thursday, February 19.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts Douglas and Bayfield Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Red Cliff Band and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.

What You Should Do

If you must travel, the National Weather Service recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For updated Wisconsin road information, residents should call 511 or visit www.511wi.gov.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is expected throughout the warning period, with additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches. Wind gusts are forecasted to reach as high as 35 mph. These conditions will lead to slippery road surfaces and hazardous travel.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until noon CST Thursday. The most significant impacts are expected to occur during the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.