Washington Co., Wi – The National Weather Service was spot on when it issued a winter weather advisory beginning at 9 a.m. for Washington County and neighboring communities and when it predicted up to 6-inches of snow. Measurements in West Bend, Wi, were at 6 inches. How much did you get and what how were the roads… if you dared to drive?
Salters were out on Wednesday prepping roads and laying down brine in preparation.
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THURSDAY TO NOON CST
FRIDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches, with the highest amounts north of I-94 and towards Lake Michigan.
* WHERE…Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha Counties.
* WHEN…From 9 AM Thursday to noon CST Friday.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Highest rates are expected Thursday afternoon into Thursday evening. Lake effect snow showers Friday morning provide an additional chance for higher rates.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.