Winter weather advisory in effect; could see up to 6″ snow

March 5, 2018 – Washington County, WI – As Washington County witnessed the appearance of crocuses and tulips over the last week, a typical unpredictable Wisconsin winter storm was brewing causing a swing back into winter hitting the area full force this evening.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory in effect until Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Radar capture courtesy accuweather.com

Here’s the full report from accuweather.com:

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 6 PM CST TUESDAY…

* WHAT…Snow is expected this evening. The snow may be moderate
to briefly heavy for a 1 to 3 hour period. Periods of light snow
are expected on Tuesday. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5
inches are expected.

* WHERE…Portions of south central and southeast Wisconsin.

* WHEN…From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Tuesday. The heaviest
period of snow is expected to be between 6 PM and 9 PM this
evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Be
prepared for reduced visibilities at times.