Severe Winter Weather

The winter season can be filled with fun for the whole family. Yet danger lurks when a winter storm hits. Blizzards, rain, sleet, freezing temperatures, and wind speeds can put a damper on any family outing, or traveling adventure.

Not only can winter storms be dangerous, but they can also be deceiving. Even a small amount of snow or rain can cause problems, especially in areas where precipitation of this kind is unusual. Slippery road conditions can result in accidents and fatalities. Ice storms or heavy, wet snow can cause power outages and downed trees and power lines.

Do you know the differences between types of wintry precipitation, such as freezing rain, sleet, and snow? If you’re unsure of the different types of precipitation most common in the winter season, visit Weather.com for an explanation of each.

Interested in the most common types of storms during the winter season? Check out Weather.com’s Winter Storms: Storm Encyclopedia for more information.

Visit the links to the right for more information on preparing for winter weather in your area.

Winter Weather Resources

Winter Weather from NOAA

Preparing for Winter Weather

What to Do in a Winter Storm

Winter Weather Info

Winter Road Conditions
Wis. Snow Conditions
NWS Winter Safety
NWS GB Winter Safety
Wis. Emergency Mgmt.
Windchill Chart
Snow Cover Map

Area Snow Reports
Ski Reports

Winter Weather

Visit the links below to learn more about winter weather preparations and how you can keep you and your family safe this season:

Severe Winter Weather

El Nino and Winter Weather

Preparing for Winter Weather

Storm Safety

Winter Travel

Interested in a little getaway this winter? Check out some snowy sites that are sure to bring you and your family joy this season.

Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Bike along the Truckee River, hop on a carriage ride, or visit Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum!

Stowe, Vermont
Check out the home of Ben and Jerry, at the Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory, visit the Cold Hollow Cider Mill, or tempt your taste buds with Laughing Moon Chocolates.

Denver, Colorado
See Mile High Stadium, up close and personal, visit the Children's Museum of Denver, or just enjoy the beauty and shopping of the downtown area.

Sun Valley, Idaho
Do some fly fishing with Silver Creek Outfitters, hike or bike at Sun Valley White Clouds, or go indoors and take up some bowling at Sun Valley Lodge.

Minneapolis, Minnesota
Visit the largest mall in America ... the Mall of America! With more than 500 stores, an indoor theme park, aquarium, and a miniature golf course, it will be a sure hit for the whole family!

Check out some other fun destinations and more about the destinations above here!

All About Sledding!

- Properly dressed?

- Is the sled cracked or damaged?

- Feet first!

- Wear Layers

- Buddy system!

- Purchase the best sled.

CLICK HERE for all of the details about snow sledding!

Family Fun

How to Build
Your Own
Bird Feeders

Looking for some fun, inexpensive ways to have fun with your family this winter season? Try a few crafts indoors such as:

~ Portly Penguin

~ Snowman Cotton Ball Craft

~ Salt Crystal Snowflake

Craft Instructions