MILWAUKEE, Wisc. — Weather has been dicey in Wisconsin and Minnesota, even for Wisconsin and Minnesota.
It has affected travel, and commuter traffic.
As blizzard warnings continue to be in effect until Monday afternoon, the Wisconsin State Police (WSP) released response statistics for the 24 hours from Sunday to Monday.
WSP stated that heavy snowfall, whiteout conditions, and high winds have impacted road conditions and visibility.
Over the past 24-hours, WSP has responded to 92 crash investigations, 11 with injury, 225 vehicle runoffs, as well as
188 motorist assists.
The weather has also closed down the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles, with the agency announcing closure of its customer service centers for Monday.
Wisconsin’s Department of Transportation (WIDOT) urged drivers to stay off the roads if possible.
“Ongoing blizzard conditions continue to make travel hazardous and dangerous across the state,” WIDOT stated. “Current 511wi.gov road conditions show many counties where travel is still not advised. Blowing snow, visibility and slick roads continue to be big concerns. We urge you to limit your travel today in these areas to emergencies and only what’s necessary.”
Minnesota issued similar warnings on Sunday.
Minnesota Highway Patrol (MHP) posted that travel was not advised in the southern third of Minnesota and road conditions in many other places are challenging.
“Remember, once the snow is done, the danger may not be — gusty winds are expected to cause reduced visibility in many areas,” MHP warned via a Facebook post. “It’s a good day to stay home and let the plow crews do their work.”
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