By Jason Arndt
Staff Writer
With snow accumulations of 7- to 11-inches expected, sparking a Winter Storm Warning by the National Weather Service, area schools have cancelled or postponed sports and activities for Friday and Saturday.
The Winter Storm Warning, in effect from 2 p.m. Friday until 9 p.m. Saturday, will bring the heaviest snow Friday afternoon, the National Weather Service states.
“Expect the heaviest snow late this afternoon into the evening,” the weather statement reports. “Another round of heavier snow is expected from mid Saturday morning into Saturday evening.”
The National Weather Service states that along with snow accumulations, gusty northwest winds Saturday can cause blowing and drifting snow.
“Significant reductions in visibility are expected at times,” the Weather Service states.
Additionally, the National Weather Service has advised against travel for motorists.
“Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel dangerous,” the report states. “If you must travel, keep an extra flashlights, food and water in your vehicle in case of emergency.”
Following the snowfall, the National Weather Service has forecasted an “arctic cold front” later in the weekend, when wind chill factors expect to drop to 20 to 30 degrees below zero.
“A wind chill advisory will be needed for these periods,” the National Weather Service states.
The following activities are cancelled or postponed:
SPORTS
Friday, Dec. 16
BOYS BASKETBALL: Wilmot vs. Union Grove, postponed until Feb. 7
BOYS BASKETBALL: Westosha Central vs. Burlington, postponed, date TBA
GIRLS BASKETBALL: Westosha Central at Racine Prairie Holiday Showcase
Saturday, Dec. 17
WRESTLING: Westosha Central at Wilmot Tournament
GIRLS BASKETBALL: Westosha Central at Racine Prairie Holiday Showcase
GIRLS BASKETBALL: Wilmot at Monona Grove
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Friday, Dec. 16
Bristol School: All Friday after school activities
Westosha Central: All Friday after school activities
Lakewood School: All Friday after school activities
Saturday, Dec. 17
Wilmot Union: Saturday Community Outreach (Total Body)
Wilmot Union: DECA Sports and Entertainment Field Trip to Green Bay