Winter Storm Warning Issued for Sauk, Iowa, and Lafayette Counties Through Friday Noon
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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of southern Wisconsin, forecasting up to 8 inches of snow and 40 mph wind gusts through Friday morning.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Southern Wisconsin
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southern Wisconsin.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan has issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties in southern Wisconsin. The warning is officially effective starting at midnight tonight and remains in place until 12:00 PM CST on Friday, February 20.
Affected Areas
The geographic scope of this alert includes the following Wisconsin counties:
- Sauk
- Iowa
- Lafayette
What You Should Do
Authorities advise that if you must travel, you should keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents can obtain the latest road conditions for the state by calling 5 1 1. Preparation is encouraged as travel could become very difficult.
Expected Conditions
Heavy snow is expected throughout the warning period. Total snow accumulations are forecast to be between 4 and 8 inches, with the highest totals likely occurring toward the northwest portions of the affected counties. In addition to the snowfall, wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph are anticipated.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning begins at midnight tonight and is scheduled to expire at noon CST on Friday. The hazardous conditions resulting from the snow and wind will likely impact the Friday morning commute.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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