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2025 [KARX] LA_CROSSE Winter Storm (WS) Watch (A) Number 4

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Storm Based Warning History

150 
WWUS43 KARX 280741
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
241 AM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...SIGNIFICANT ICING MAY IMPACT PARTS OF CENTRAL WISCONSIN...

.A west to east band of precipitation is forecast to set up across 
central Wisconsin Saturday with rain transitioning to freezing rain 
a cooler air arrives dropping pavement temperatures to freezing or 
colder Saturday night. Ice accumulations from a glaze to a quarter 
of an inch or more of ice could occur due to the freezing rain. 
Light accumulations of snow are also expected.

WIZ017-029-282100-
/O.NEW.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-
Including the cities of Neillsville and Medford
241 AM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow 
  accumulations of one inch and ice accumulations of a glaze to a 
  quarter of an inch or more   possible.

* WHERE...Clark and Taylor Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree 
  limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Power 
  outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be 
  nearly impossible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter 
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, 
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. 
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help 
you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

$$

Zapotocny
425 
WWUS43 KARX 281503
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
1003 AM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...SIGNIFICANT ICING MAY IMPACT PARTS OF CENTRAL WISCONSIN FROM 
SATURDAY EVENING INTO SUNDAY EVENING...

.Rain is forecast to potentially change over to freezing rain on 
Saturday night and continue into Sunday. Ice accumulations may range 
from a glaze to a quarter of an inch or more of ice. In addition, 
there may be some light accumulations of snow.

WIZ017-029-282315-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-
Including the cities of Neillsville and Medford
1003 AM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING 
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...A potential for freezing rain and some light snow. Total 
  snow  accumulations of one inch and ice accumulations of a glaze 
  to a quarter of an inch or more possible.

* WHERE...Clark and Taylor Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage may occur due to the ice. 
  Travel could be impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter 
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, 
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. 
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help 
you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

$$

JSB
304 
WWUS43 KARX 281943
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
243 PM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...SIGNIFICANT ICING MAY IMPACT PARTS OF CENTRAL WISCONSIN FROM 
SATURDAY EVENING INTO SUNDAY EVENING...

.Rain may potentially change over to freezing rain on Saturday night 
and continue into Sunday. Ice accumulations may range from a glaze 
to a quarter of an inch or more of ice. In addition, there may be 
some light accumulations of snow on Sunday.

WIZ017-029-290600-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-
Including the cities of Neillsville and Medford
243 PM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING 
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...A potential for freezing rain and some light snow. Total 
  snow  accumulations of one inch and ice accumulations of a glaze 
  to a quarter of an inch or more possible.

* WHERE...Clark and Taylor Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage may occur due to the ice. 
  Travel could be impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons may want to consider delaying all travel. If travel is 
absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a 
winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire 
chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra 
clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that 
would help you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

$$

JSB
705 
WWUS43 KARX 290652
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
152 AM CDT Sat Mar 29 2025

...SIGNIFICANT ICING MAY IMPACT PARTS OF CENTRAL WISCONSIN THIS 
EVENING INTO SUNDAY EVENING...

.Rain may potentially change over to freezing rain on tonight and 
continue into Sunday. Ice accumulations may range from a glaze to a 
quarter of an inch or more of ice. In addition, there may be some 
light accumulations of snow on Sunday.

WIZ017-029-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-
Including the cities of Medford and Neillsville
152 AM CDT Sat Mar 29 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH 
SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow and sleet 
  accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations around one 
  quarter of an inch possible.

* WHERE...Clark and Taylor Counties.

* WHEN...From this evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree 
  limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Plan on 
  slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter 
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, 
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. 
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help 
you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

$$

JAR
744 
WWUS43 KARX 290743
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
243 AM CDT Sat Mar 29 2025

...SIGNIFICANT ICING IN CENTRAL WISCONSIN THIS EVENING INTO SUNDAY 
EVENING...

.Rain will change over to freezing rain tonight and continue into 
Sunday. Ice accumulations will range from a glaze to one half of an 
inch in spots. A mix of sleet and snow on Sunday with accumulations 
near one inch.

WIZ017-291900-
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.IS.W.0001.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Taylor-
Including the cities of Medford
243 AM CDT Sat Mar 29 2025

...ICE STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM CDT 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. ice accumulations near one half 
  of an inch. Snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch.

* WHERE...Taylor County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree 
  limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Power 
  outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be 
  nearly impossible.

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. Visit 511wi.gov for road 
conditions.

Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your 
electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to hazardous 
roadways and possible downed trees and power lines.

&&

$$

WIZ029-291900-
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.WW.Y.0010.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Clark-
Including the cities of Neillsville
243 AM CDT Sat Mar 29 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM 
CDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Ice accumulations up to one 
  quarter of an inch. Total snow and sleet accumulations near one 
  inch.

* WHERE...Clark County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. 
  Travel could be nearly impossible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider altering or cancelling travel. Visit 511wi.gov for road 
conditions.

&&

$$

JAR
Permalink to 202503280741-KARX-WWUS43-WSWARX
150 
WWUS43 KARX 280741
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
241 AM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...SIGNIFICANT ICING MAY IMPACT PARTS OF CENTRAL WISCONSIN...

.A west to east band of precipitation is forecast to set up across 
central Wisconsin Saturday with rain transitioning to freezing rain 
a cooler air arrives dropping pavement temperatures to freezing or 
colder Saturday night. Ice accumulations from a glaze to a quarter 
of an inch or more of ice could occur due to the freezing rain. 
Light accumulations of snow are also expected.

WIZ017-029-282100-
/O.NEW.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-
Including the cities of Neillsville and Medford
241 AM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow 
  accumulations of one inch and ice accumulations of a glaze to a 
  quarter of an inch or more   possible.

* WHERE...Clark and Taylor Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree 
  limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Power 
  outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be 
  nearly impossible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter 
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, 
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. 
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help 
you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

$$

Zapotocny
Permalink to 202503281503-KARX-WWUS43-WSWARX
425 
WWUS43 KARX 281503
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
1003 AM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...SIGNIFICANT ICING MAY IMPACT PARTS OF CENTRAL WISCONSIN FROM 
SATURDAY EVENING INTO SUNDAY EVENING...

.Rain is forecast to potentially change over to freezing rain on 
Saturday night and continue into Sunday. Ice accumulations may range 
from a glaze to a quarter of an inch or more of ice. In addition, 
there may be some light accumulations of snow.

WIZ017-029-282315-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-
Including the cities of Neillsville and Medford
1003 AM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING 
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...A potential for freezing rain and some light snow. Total 
  snow  accumulations of one inch and ice accumulations of a glaze 
  to a quarter of an inch or more possible.

* WHERE...Clark and Taylor Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage may occur due to the ice. 
  Travel could be impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter 
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, 
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. 
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help 
you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

$$

JSB
Permalink to 202503281943-KARX-WWUS43-WSWARX
304 
WWUS43 KARX 281943
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
243 PM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...SIGNIFICANT ICING MAY IMPACT PARTS OF CENTRAL WISCONSIN FROM 
SATURDAY EVENING INTO SUNDAY EVENING...

.Rain may potentially change over to freezing rain on Saturday night 
and continue into Sunday. Ice accumulations may range from a glaze 
to a quarter of an inch or more of ice. In addition, there may be 
some light accumulations of snow on Sunday.

WIZ017-029-290600-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-
Including the cities of Neillsville and Medford
243 PM CDT Fri Mar 28 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING 
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...A potential for freezing rain and some light snow. Total 
  snow  accumulations of one inch and ice accumulations of a glaze 
  to a quarter of an inch or more possible.

* WHERE...Clark and Taylor Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage may occur due to the ice. 
  Travel could be impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons may want to consider delaying all travel. If travel is 
absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a 
winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire 
chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra 
clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that 
would help you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

$$

JSB
Permalink to 202503290652-KARX-WWUS43-WSWARX
705 
WWUS43 KARX 290652
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
152 AM CDT Sat Mar 29 2025

...SIGNIFICANT ICING MAY IMPACT PARTS OF CENTRAL WISCONSIN THIS 
EVENING INTO SUNDAY EVENING...

.Rain may potentially change over to freezing rain on tonight and 
continue into Sunday. Ice accumulations may range from a glaze to a 
quarter of an inch or more of ice. In addition, there may be some 
light accumulations of snow on Sunday.

WIZ017-029-291500-
/O.CON.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Taylor-Clark-
Including the cities of Medford and Neillsville
152 AM CDT Sat Mar 29 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH 
SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow and sleet 
  accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations around one 
  quarter of an inch possible.

* WHERE...Clark and Taylor Counties.

* WHEN...From this evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree 
  limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Plan on 
  slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely 
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter 
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, 
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. 
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help 
you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

$$

JAR
Permalink to 202503290743-KARX-WWUS43-WSWARX
744 
WWUS43 KARX 290743
WSWARX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
243 AM CDT Sat Mar 29 2025

...SIGNIFICANT ICING IN CENTRAL WISCONSIN THIS EVENING INTO SUNDAY 
EVENING...

.Rain will change over to freezing rain tonight and continue into 
Sunday. Ice accumulations will range from a glaze to one half of an 
inch in spots. A mix of sleet and snow on Sunday with accumulations 
near one inch.

WIZ017-291900-
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.IS.W.0001.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Taylor-
Including the cities of Medford
243 AM CDT Sat Mar 29 2025

...ICE STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM CDT 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. ice accumulations near one half 
  of an inch. Snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch.

* WHERE...Taylor County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree 
  limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Power 
  outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be 
  nearly impossible.

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. Visit 511wi.gov for road 
conditions.

Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your 
electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to hazardous 
roadways and possible downed trees and power lines.

&&

$$

WIZ029-291900-
/O.UPG.KARX.WS.A.0004.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KARX.WW.Y.0010.250330T0000Z-250331T0000Z/
Clark-
Including the cities of Neillsville
243 AM CDT Sat Mar 29 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM 
CDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Ice accumulations up to one 
  quarter of an inch. Total snow and sleet accumulations near one 
  inch.

* WHERE...Clark County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. 
  Travel could be nearly impossible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider altering or cancelling travel. Visit 511wi.gov for road 
conditions.

&&

$$

JAR

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