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Part of Interstate 894 will be closed this weekend. Here's what to know
Sections of Interstate 894 will be closed June 6-9 and June 13-16 as the Wisconsin Department of Transportation continues its roadwork on the highway. Here's a look at the I-894 road closures, according to WisDOT: Westbound I-94 is scheduled to close from the Mitchell Interchange to the Hale Interchange for final paving operations from 11 p.m. June 6 through 5:30 a.m. June 9. Eastbound lanes will remain open. The I-894 westbound exit ramp to Loomis Road closed starting at 9 p.m. June 5. Eastbound I-894 is scheduled to close from the Hale Interchange to the Mitchell Interchange for paving from 11 p.m. June 13 to 5:30 a.m. June 16. Westbound lanes will remain open. The I-894 eastbound exit ramp to Loomis Road will close at 9 p.m. June 12. If there's poor weather, the closure of I-894 westbound will be rescheduled to June 13 to 16 and the closure of I-894 eastbound will be rescheduled to July 18 to 21. WisDOT is urging drivers to use I-41, I-43 and I-94 to bypass the closures. For the most up-to-date road conditions, visit This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: I-894 section will be closed this weekend. Here's what to know
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Climate
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Milwaukee drivers should expect chance of storms Thursday morning on way to NFL draft in Green Bay
Drivers traveling up to Green Bay on Thursday morning for the NFL draft will face a chance of thunderstorms in southern and central Wisconsin, says the National Weather Service. Forecasters are predicting widespread rain showers across the region Thursday with a few storms possible and highs into the upper 60s, said NWS meteoroglist Mark Gehring. Before heading out, drivers can monitor roadway conditions across Wisconsin by visiting Showers are likely in Green Bay into Thursday night, mainly after 1 a.m. Lows on Thursday night will be in the upper 40s with mostly cloudy skies, according to the NWS. 6:30PM [4/20/2025]Multiple rounds of rain are expected for the upcoming week with each day possibly seeing rain at some... Posted by US National Weather Service Green Bay Wisconsin on Sunday, April 20, 2025 NFL events are commonly held despite inclement weather. Events will only be postponed in the case of extreme weather that threatens public safety. Information for fans will be available on pushed out via the NFL OnePass app and announced over the PA system on-site. Forecasters predict rain will continue into Friday in Green Bay with 50% chance of showers and highs in the lower 60s, according to the NWS. Skies should clear up on Saturday in Green Bay with highs near the upper 50s. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: NFL draft weather: Chance of storms in Green Bay Thursday morning
Yahoo
16-03-2025
- Climate
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Up to 2 inches of snow forecast for Milwaukee Sunday morning following warm temperatures last week
Light snowfall is in the forecast Sunday morning with a possible accumulation of two to three inches of snow into the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters say temperatures will get up into the upper 30s with breezy northwest winds around 15 miles per hour on Sunday. Snow should start to melt in southeast Wisconsin around 1 p.m. as temps continue to climb toward the upper 30s, said NWS meteorologist Andrew Quigley. Roads are expected to become slick and snow covered on I-43 from Elkhorn to Milwaukee on Sunday morning, according to the NWS. As of 8:30 a.m. most roads in the area are already partially covered in areas across southwestern Wisconsin, according to WisDOT. For the most up-to-date road conditions, visit Temperatures are expected to fall back below freezing tonight, which could refreeze any precipitation on the roadways, but by late Monday morning and into the afternoon, temperatures are forecasted to hit the 50s. "Welcome to March in Wisconsin," said Quigley. Tomorrow marks the start of a warming trend through Tuesday, before another system moves in on Wednesday with rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Temperatures are forecasted to fall into the upper 30s by Thursday, according to the NWS. Here are some guidelines for driving on icy roads, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation: Keep safe distances between snow plows and large trucks. Snow plows often leave a cloud of snow in their trail, so stay at least 200 feet behind any working plow to make sure your visibility isn't obscured. Also keep a safe distance behind trucks on the highway, since pieces of snow or ice can fly off the top of commercial vehicles driving fast. Clear snow and ice from your vehicle's windows, roof, hood and front and rear lights. You can do this by warming up the car and then using a snow brush and ice scraper to clear the snow and ice. Drive slowly, allowing extra travel time and leaving extra distance between vehicles. Most winter crashes and slide-offs are caused by drivers going too fast for the existing conditions, according to WisDOT. Turn on your low-beam headlights. State law requires drivers to turn on their vehicle's low-beam headlights any time weather or other conditions make it difficult to see objects 500 feet ahead, WisDOT says. Use brakes early and carefully. With anti-lock-brakes, use firm, steady pressure and gently steer. Never use cruise control in winter weather. Watch out for bridge decks and overpasses. These areas can be especially slippery when the roads ice over. RELATED: 2024 was Milwaukee's warmest year, overtaking 2023, according to National Weather Service This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Milwaukee, Wisconsin forecast: 2 inches of snow expected Sunday morning
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26-02-2025
- Climate
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Forecasters urge drivers to allow extra time during Wednesday morning Milwaukee commute due to slick roads
Freezing rain could result in slippery road conditions during the Wednesday morning commute in the Milwaukee area, according to the National Weather Service. A wintry mix of rain, wet snow and freezing rain is possible across our northwest counties, especially as temperatures will hover near freezing through 7 a.m. While forecasters expect a minimal accumulation of precipitation, slippery roadways are still possible. Temperatures will warm up after 7 a.m., ending chances of freezing wintry mix. Rain is expected further southwest, with an isolated thunderstorm possible near the Wisconsin and Illinois border, according to the NWS. Authorities are already reporting multiple roadways in Milwaukee are partially covered as of 6:30 a.m., according to the Department of Transportation. From West Bend through Waukesha, road conditions appear to be slick. For the most up-to-date road conditions, visit According to the NWS, mild temperatures continue through Friday with colder air arriving on Saturday as temperatures dip down into the mid-20s. 4:25 AM: Precip will continue to track across southern Wisconsin this morning, with activity gradually tapering after 9... Posted by US National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan Wisconsin on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Here are some guidelines for driving on icy roads, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation: Keep safe distances between snow plows and large trucks. Snow plows often leave a cloud of snow in their trail, so stay at least 200 feet behind any working plow to make sure your visibility isn't obscured. Also keep a safe distance behind trucks on the highway, since pieces of snow or ice can fly off the top of commercial vehicles driving fast. Clear snow and ice from your vehicle's windows, roof, hood and front and rear lights. You can do this by warming up the car and then using a snow brush and ice scraper to clear the snow and ice. Drive slowly, allowing extra travel time and leaving extra distance between vehicles. Most winter crashes and slide-offs are caused by drivers going too fast for the existing conditions, according to WisDOT. Turn on your low-beam headlights. State law requires drivers to turn on their vehicle's low-beam headlights any time weather or other conditions make it difficult to see objects 500 feet ahead, WisDOT says. Use brakes early and carefully. With anti-lock-brakes, use firm, steady pressure and gently steer. Never use cruise control in winter weather. Watch out for bridge decks and overpasses. These areas can be especially slippery when the roads ice over. RELATED: Here's what two different forecast models predict for spring 2025 in Wisconsin This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Milwaukee weather: Slick roadways during Wednesday morning commute
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12-02-2025
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A semi crash on I-41/94 in Kenosha County closed all northbound lanes at the Illinois state line
Interstate 41/94 northbound in Kenosha County temporarily closed at the Illinois state line following a crash that included a jack-knifed semi-truck. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation said the crash occurred about 11:32 a.m. on I-41/94 North near the state border. The closure lasted a little less than two hours. As a winter storm barrels across the region, authorities are reporting multiple crashes across southeastern Wisconsin as of Wednesday afternoon. Visibility remains low as snow continues to fall into the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. In Milwaukee, Interstate 41/43/894 eastbound is closed at 60th Street because of a crash. Traffic is now detoured using the exit and entrance ramps at 60th Street. Wisconsin DOT reported the crash occurred about 12:09 p.m. That closure is also estimated to last at least two hours. Most roadways across southeastern Wisconsin remained snow-covered around noon, according to 511 Wisconsin. Authorities are urging people to drive slow or stay home if you can. For the latest traffic updates, you can visit ❄️🥶❄️Snow. It is everywhere and isn't stopping. There are multiple crashes throughout the county. Interstate 94 has... Posted by Kenosha County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 Here are some guidelines for driving on icy roads, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation: Keep safe distances between snow plows and large trucks. Snow plows often leave a cloud of snow in their trail, so stay at least 200 feet behind any working plow to make sure your visibility isn't obscured. Also keep a safe distance behind trucks on the highway, since pieces of snow or ice can fly off the top of commercial vehicles driving fast. Clear snow and ice from your vehicle's windows, roof, hood and front and rear lights. You can do this by warming up the car and then using a snow brush and ice scraper to clear the snow and ice. Drive slowly, allowing extra travel time and leaving extra distance between vehicles. Most winter crashes and slide-offs are caused by drivers going too fast for the existing conditions, according to WisDOT. Turn on your low-beam headlights. State law requires drivers to turn on their vehicle's low-beam headlights any time weather or other conditions make it difficult to see objects 500 feet ahead, WisDOT says. Use brakes early and carefully. With anti-lock-brakes, use firm, steady pressure and gently steer. Never use cruise control in winter weather. Watch out for bride decks and overpasses. These areas can be especially slippery when the roads ice over. RELATED: Bus riders should expect delays during the snowstorm. Here's how to track your MCTS bus This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Semi crashes along I-41/94 in Kenosha County during snowstorm
