Blizzard Warning until 3:00 a.m. as drivers experience white-out conditions in Kenosha County
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Officials in the city of Kenosha declared a Snow Emergency on this Sunday, February 1st, as snow continued to fall in southeastern Wisconsin.
KENOSHA (WITI) -- Officials in the city of Kenosha declared a Snow Emergency on this Sunday, February 1st, as snow continued to fall in southeastern Wisconsin.
Winter wallop: Blizzard-like conditions seen throughout southeast Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The National Weather Service has issued the following warnings and advisories for the FOX6 viewing area.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The National Weather Service has issued the following warnings and advisories for the FOX6 viewing area.
"Our good old Wisconsin weather!" Folks in Racine digging out; Blizzard Warning in effect through 3 a.m.
RACINE (WITI) -- Several inches of snow falling Saturday night and into Sunday, February 1st had officials in Racine County urging folks to avoid unnecessary travel, and stay safe.Racine County Executive Peter Hansen issued a statement to FOX6 News encouraging people to stay home and avoid any unnecessary travel.
RACINE (WITI) -- Several inches of snow falling Saturday night and into Sunday, February 1st had officials in Racine County urging folks to avoid unnecessary travel, and stay safe.Racine County Executive Peter Hansen issued a statement to FOX6 News encouraging people to stay home and avoid any unnecessary travel.
Taking a break from shoveling, folks in Milwaukee enjoy HUGE waves on Lake Michigan, fun sledding
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Snow Emergency took effect for Milwaukee at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, February 1st and remains in effect until further notice.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Snow Emergency took effect for Milwaukee at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, February 1st and remains in effect until further notice.
"It's easy stuff to plow:" Plow crews, residents in Waukesha try to stay ahead of the snow
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha County was just one of the areas hit hard by snow falling late Saturday night, January 31st and continuing through the day and into the night on Sunday, February 1st.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha County was just one of the areas hit hard by snow falling late Saturday night, January 31st and continuing through the day and into the night on Sunday, February 1st.
Avoid deadly carbon monoxide levels in your home: Keep furnace vents, meters clear of snow
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As the snow fell Sunday, February 1st, We Energies officials were urging folks to keep furnace vents and meters clear of snow.A Blizzard Warning is in effect through 3:00 a.m. Monday, February 2nd for Racine and Kenosha counties.A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Jefferson, Waukesha, Walworth, Milwaukee, Ozaukee and Sheboygan counties.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As the snow fell Sunday, February 1st, We Energies officials were urging folks to keep furnace vents and meters clear of snow.A Blizzard Warning is in effect through 3:00 a.m. Monday, February 2nd for Racine and Kenosha counties.A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Jefferson, Waukesha, Walworth, Milwaukee, Ozaukee and Sheboygan counties.
County-by-county: Sheriff's officials report snow-covered, slick roads in areas surrounding Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Snow is expected to continue to fall as we head into Sunday night in southeastern Wisconsin.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Snow is expected to continue to fall as we head into Sunday night in southeastern Wisconsin.
"The big storms are where we make our money:" Snow crews anxiously await snowfall
STURTEVANT (WITI) -- As the snow moves in, there are just some people who can't wait!
STURTEVANT (WITI) -- As the snow moves in, there are just some people who can't wait!
Stock up Saturday: Folks flock to stores to prepare for winter storm
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Better to have an entire Saturday to prepare for an upcoming winter storm, especially if you have several stops to make -- you'd want to make them while the roads are still clear.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Better to have an entire Saturday to prepare for an upcoming winter storm, especially if you have several stops to make -- you'd want to make them while the roads are still clear.
Blizzard of 2015 not done yet, but the good news? Travel is beginning to get back to normal
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The blizzard of 2015 isn't done yet.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The blizzard of 2015 isn't done yet.
Monster storm hitting Northeast having ripple effect on flights, affecting Mitchell International
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Thousands of flights are canceled.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Thousands of flights are canceled.
Light snow in SE Wisconsin expected to wrap up by mid-morning Sunday
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The FOX6 Weather Experts are forecasting light snow in southeast Wisconsin to wrap up by mid-morning on Sunday.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The FOX6 Weather Experts are forecasting light snow in southeast Wisconsin to wrap up by mid-morning on Sunday.
ALERT for property owners: Fines have increased for those who fail to clear snow & ice in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Property owners in the city of Milwaukee are advised that a city ordinance amendment concerning sidewalk snow and ice removal took effect on January 20th, 2015.What is the city ordinance concerning clearing sidewalks during the winter?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Property owners in the city of Milwaukee are advised that a city ordinance amendment concerning sidewalk snow and ice removal took effect on January 20th, 2015.What is the city ordinance concerning clearing sidewalks during the winter?
Wisconsin warming centers & other cold weather resources
(WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is maintaining a list of warming centers as dangerously cold temperatures continue throughout the state.View the current list of warming centers, along with important information on staying safe in cold weather.The list is also available on the Wisconsin Emergency Management website.For other cold weather resources, check the list below:
(WITI) -- The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is maintaining a list of warming centers as dangerously cold temperatures continue throughout the state.View the current list of warming centers, along with important information on staying safe in cold weather.The list is also available on the Wisconsin Emergency Management website.For other cold weather resources, check the list below:
WisDOT: Cold temps challenge drivers; limit options to battle snow and ice
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The recent stretch of bone-chilling temperatures creates special challenges for vehicles and drivers, and also makes it difficult for highway maintenance crews to keep snow and ice off roads.The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) contracts with county highway departments who utilize a fleet of about 775 plow trucks to help keep people and commerce moving throughout winter along state and federal highways.“Plowing is the primary method for removing snow and ice from roadways, and it’s really the only practical option during extreme cold,” said Todd Matheson with WisDOT’s Bureau of Highway Maintenance. “Highway crews are doing their best to scrape snow and ice off roadways, but drivers need to do their part by slowing down.”Salt’s effectiveness declines as pavement temperatures drop below 15-degrees.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The recent stretch of bone-chilling temperatures creates special challenges for vehicles and drivers, and also makes it difficult for highway maintenance crews to keep snow and ice off roads.The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) contracts with county highway departments who utilize a fleet of about 775 plow trucks to help keep people and commerce moving throughout winter along state and federal highways.“Plowing is the primary method for removing snow and ice from roadways, and it’s really the only practical option during extreme cold,” said Todd Matheson with WisDOT’s Bureau of Highway Maintenance. “Highway crews are doing their best to scrape snow and ice off roadways, but drivers need to do their part by slowing down.”Salt’s effectiveness declines as pavement temperatures drop below 15-degrees.
"It's a priority:" MPD's HOT Team, other advocates work to keep homeless, elderly safe from the cold
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Wind Chill Advisory remains in effect through noon Thursday, January 8th, as the bitter cold continues to grip southeastern Wisconsin.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Wind Chill Advisory remains in effect through noon Thursday, January 8th, as the bitter cold continues to grip southeastern Wisconsin.
As bitter cold lingers, Waukesha County officials launch online resource directory
WAUKESHA (WITI) – Based on forecasts, southeast Wisconsin temperatures are expected to continue to drop well below zero.
WAUKESHA (WITI) – Based on forecasts, southeast Wisconsin temperatures are expected to continue to drop well below zero.
"Subfreezing temperatures put everyone at risk:" Racine County officials encourage folks to stay safe
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- The Racine County Office of Emergency Management would like to remind Racine County residents to take these frigid temperatures seriously and to avoid exposure to the cold.“These subfreezing temperatures put everyone at risk.
RACINE COUNTY (WITI) -- The Racine County Office of Emergency Management would like to remind Racine County residents to take these frigid temperatures seriously and to avoid exposure to the cold.“These subfreezing temperatures put everyone at risk.
Mayor Barrett, Milwaukee Health Dept. remind residents to take precautions in extreme cold
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) remind residents to take precautions as extreme cold wind chills move into the area.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and the City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) remind residents to take precautions as extreme cold wind chills move into the area.
Postal Service urging customers to clear snow, ice from sidewalks, stairs & mailboxes
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- With more snow expected to blanket the region during the next couple days, one seasonal tool is expected to make its return at homes and businesses – the shovel.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- With more snow expected to blanket the region during the next couple days, one seasonal tool is expected to make its return at homes and businesses – the shovel.