NORTHWEST WISCONSIN -- Travel is not advised in the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Northwest Region as all highways are partially or completely covered with snow or impassable, and more snow is expected throughout the day.
The WisDOT Northwest Region include: Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Rusk, St. Croix, Sawyer, Taylor, Trempealeau and Washburn counties.
Currently, all lanes of east- and westbound I-94 in Jackson County are blocked, and many alternate routes around the interstate are impassable. Heavy snow, blowing winds and poor visibility have made it difficult for snowplows to keep up, and some counties are pulling plows from secondary routes.
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Drivers should plan ahead and visit 511wi.gov or use the 511 Wisconsin app to monitor winter road conditions and view live videos from traffic cameras along their route.
The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning that includes all 20 counties in WisDOT’s Northwest Region extending into Monday. Depending on location, travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing snow could result in drifting across roadways and reduced visibility. Sustained winds can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles like trucks, which are at risk of losing control or tipping over in windy conditions. Drivers should be aware when traveling near larger vehicles and keep a safe distance.
Updated information on the department’s winter storm response can be found on 511wi.gov and WisDOT and Wisconsin State Patrol social media platforms.
Last Update: Mar 15, 2026 10:17 am CDT
