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High Severity Alert

Blizzard Warning

From Sun 7:21 pm until Mon 4:00 pm CDT

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Action Recommended

Make preparations per the instructions

Issued By

Milwaukee/Sullivan - WI, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Portions of east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin

Description

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT MONDAY... WHAT...After a brief break in precipitation, expecting heavy snow at rates to 1"/hr at times to work from west to east tonight. Northerly winds of 40 to 45 MPH combined with high snow rates will lead to blizzard conditions with visibilities less than 1/4 mile. Snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches expected. WHERE...Portions of east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin. WHEN...Until 4 PM CDT Monday. IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous.
Moderate Severity Alert

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning

From Mon 4:00 am until Tue 11:00 am CDT

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Action Recommended

Avoid the subject event as per the instructions

Issued By

Milwaukee/Sullivan - WI, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL

Description

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT TUESDAY... ...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 11 AM CDT TUESDAY... WHAT...For the Gale Warning, east to north to northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 7 to 12 ft. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL. WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 1 AM CDT Tuesday. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from 4 AM Monday to 11 AM CDT Tuesday. IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area or conduct mitigation. Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.
Moderate Severity Alert

Gale Warning

Until Tue 1:00 am CDT

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Action Recommended

Avoid the subject event as per the instructions

Issued By

Milwaukee/Sullivan - WI, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL

Description

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT TUESDAY... ...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 11 AM CDT TUESDAY... WHAT...For the Gale Warning, east to north to northwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 7 to 12 ft. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL. WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 1 AM CDT Tuesday. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from 4 AM Monday to 11 AM CDT Tuesday. IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area or conduct mitigation. Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.
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