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Wintry Mix Grips Wisconsin: Ice Storm Warning Issued
1 Apr
Summary
- Freezing rain and sleet are expected through midday Thursday.
- Up to half an inch of ice accumulation is possible.
- Several Wisconsin counties are under Ice Storm Warnings.
A strong storm system is bringing a wintry mix of precipitation to Wisconsin, starting late Wednesday and lasting through Thursday. Freezing rain is expected to develop tonight and continue until midday Thursday, with potential accumulations of up to half an inch of ice. This precipitation will likely cause hazardous driving conditions, particularly on untreated roads.
Several counties, including Marathon, Lincoln, and Wood, are under an Ice Storm Warning. Other areas are under Winter Weather Advisories or Winter Storm Warnings. While snow accumulations may be around an inch or two, the primary concern is the ice. By Thursday afternoon, temperatures are expected to rise into the low 40s, aiding in melting.
The forecast for Friday includes scattered showers and isolated storms, with a chance of freezing rain mixing in the northern areas by Friday night. Saturday will see light rain showers giving way to potential snow showers, with highs in the low 40s. Easter Sunday is anticipated to be dry and sunny, with highs in the low to mid 40s.
