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Difficult travel expected in Wisconsin as winter storm approaches

The wisconsin department of transportation is advising that travel may be difficult thursday and friday due to an incoming winter storm system..

MADISON, Wis. (WEAU) - The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is advising that travel may be difficult Thursday and Friday due to an incoming winter storm system packing high winds and moderate snowfall arriving in the state Wednesday.

Road conditions are expected to deteriorate as a result of the incoming weather system, as the combination of snowfall, high winds and cold temperatures could create hazardous road conditions in some part of the state, as well as reduced visibility due to the blowing snow.

The DOT said that travel may not be advised in some parts of the state on Friday as Wisconsin could experience possible blizzard conditions. According to the National Weather Service, strong winds and blowing snow are predicted for Thursday night through Friday night across Wisconsin. Wind gusts could be as high as 55 miles per hour and limit visibility with the fresh snowfall. High-profile vehicles, such as trucks, are also at risk of losing control or tipping over in windy conditions.

In addition to the hazards for motorists, conditions could become too challenging for tow companies and emergency services to help stranded or disabled motorists. With sub-zero wind chills expected, traveling could become dangerous in Wisconsin.

If you have to travel, the DOT said to plan ahead and use 511wi.gov to monitor winter road conditions and view live traffic camera videos along their route.

Preparation before winter travel

• If you must travel, check 511wi.gov for road conditions or incidents along your route. Download the 511 Wisconsin app to monitor conditions on the go. Monitor 511 Wisconsin on Twitter (@511WI) for the latest incidents and information.
• Clear snow and ice from vehicles before traveling.
• Fill the gas tank and windshield washer fluid.
• Have a fully charged phone and an emergency kit in your vehicle .
• Alert others about your route and expected travel time.

Precautions while driving

• Snow means slow. Allow extra travel time, following distance, and reduce your speed during winter conditions.
• Be cautious on bridges, overpasses, and entrance and exit ramps.
• Don’t be overconfident in four-wheel or all-wheel-drive vehicles. All vehicles require additional time and distance to stop in adverse conditions.
• Avoid using cruise control in winter conditions.
• Buckle up and put your phone down while driving. Every trip, every time.
• Leave room for maintenance vehicles and snowplows. Move over or slow down for stopped emergency vehicles.
• Stay at least 200 feet behind a working snowplow. Make sure that you can see the plow’s mirrors to ensure the driver can see you.
• In case of a crash or slide off, stay in the vehicle, turn on the hazards, call 911 and move vehicle(s) out of traffic if possible.

For Motor Carriers

Trucking companies and their drivers are strongly encouraged to review their schedules and routes, and plan accordingly. Commercial motor vehicle drivers should check 511wi.gov before departure and throughout their trips for current travel impacts and advisories. Oversize/Overweight vehicle drivers are reminded their permits restrict operations during inclement weather.

A winter storm is expected to impact much of the state starting tonight through Friday. Travel will be hazardous in many areas. Be prepared for snow, heavy wind gusts, blowing/drifting snow and deteriorating visibility. More: https://t.co/pUpY85gccO pic.twitter.com/gzmbYtPBZm — Wisconsin DOT (@WisconsinDOT) December 21, 2022

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Wisconsin State Patrol advises people not to travel on Friday and Saturday during winter storm

D EFOREST, Wis. (WMTV) - The Wisconsin State Patrol advises people to postpone their Friday and Saturday travels as another winter storm and low temperatures roll through the state.

Trooper Wameng Van said people should limit their traveling if possible on Friday and Saturday during an expected winter snowstorm.

”If you can postpone it, I would advise to do so,” he said. ”With single and sub-zero temperatures, you think about frostbite, just within 30 degrees or so, frostbite can start kicking in already. You want to try to avoid that.”

Madisonian Corliss Karasov welcomes more snow.

”Bring it on! Bring it all on!” she said. ”It’s beautiful, I’m just really upset that we don’t have more snow before this. Because climate change is really bad. I know it’s bad for the wildlife, farmers and everyone who has businesses relying on it.”

Timothy Alston said Tuesday’s storm does not compare to years past.

”I’ve experienced storms that have dropped more than a foot in a 24-hour-period,” he said. “That’s when you just stay home and you wait until things get cleared up so you can go out.”

Still, Vang said the expected drop in temperatures makes driving in the snow dangerous.

”Even though the speed limit does say 70 out there, state law does still require that you have to drive at a speed that’s reasonable and prudent for the conditions you’re driving in,” he said.

If people do drive on Friday or Saturday, Vang recommends they bring warm clothes, blankets, food, water, a charged phone and extra charger.

He also said people should drive at least 200 feet behind snow plows and check 511 WI for road conditions before heading out.

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The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is discouraging travel on Friday, Dec. 23, 2022, due to “potential blizzard conditions” including “snow, high winds, reduced visibility and frigid temperatures.”

As of Wednesday evening, the National Weather Service issued winter storm warnings for the southern and western parts of the state. Northern Wisconsin was under a winter weather advisory.

The weather service is forecasting wind gusts up to 55 miles per hour “limiting visibility on the roads even when snow is not falling.” Subzero temperatures could be dangerous for stranded drivers. 

Road conditions will vary depending on the location and can be monitored at 511wi.gov, which also has live traffic cameras.

The Wisconsin DOT says those who must travel should fill the gas tank, have a fully charged phone, prepare an emergency kit and tell others about travel plans.

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