The National Weather Service has issued an extreme cold warning for parts of southeast Wisconsin, while other areas are placed under a cold weather advisory valid through Saturday morning, January 24. These alerts underscore the dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills affecting the region.
Specifically, an extreme cold warning is in effect for Dodge, Fond du Lac, Ozaukee, Sheboygan, and Washington counties until 6 a.m. Saturday, after which a cold weather advisory will take over until noon. Meanwhile, counties including Kenosha, Jefferson, Milwaukee, Racine, Walworth, and Waukesha are currently under a cold weather advisory until noon Saturday.
As temperatures plunge, people across the affected areas should be prepared for perilous wind chills persisting into early Saturday. Fortunately, a shift in weather is anticipated as high pressure moves in Saturday afternoon, leading to a temporary relaxation of these extreme conditions. Attention then shifts to the potential for snowfall Saturday night through Sunday, particularly near Lake Michigan, although predicted snow amounts remain uncertain and localized.
To stay informed throughout this harsh cold spell, FOX6 News is dedicated to providing timely updates and resources. The FOX6Now.com platform offers an array of helpful weather tools designed to assist residents in navigating this stormy season, including the FOX6 Storm Center app, the FOX LOCAL Mobile app, and the FOX Weather app. Regular updates on maps, radars, and potential school and business closures are readily accessible as well.
Residents are encouraged to keep safety in mind during this cold weather period and to leverage available resources for accurate and timely weather information.