MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #181 declaring an energy emergency in the state of Wisconsin on Dec. 22. This energy emergency was declared due to the below-average temperatures, accumulating and blowing snow throughout the state, deliveries of liquid fuels for home heating shipped by truck, barge, and particularly rail, are limited. […]
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Designated Winter Warming Centers in Racine County
With the temperatures dropping and the winds blowing, warming centers are a necessary outlet for many in our city. Racine residents in need of shelter, heating assistance, or warm clothing can call 211 for resources available. In addition, in Racine County, the following locations are available as winter warming centers. These locations serve as temporary […]
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Wind Chill Advisory Takes Effect in Southeastern Wisconsin
The National Weather Service has issued a wind chill advisory. This weather warning takes effect on Jan. 25, 2022, at 8 p.m. and will go until Jan. 26, 2022, at noon. Wisconsinites living in Fond du Lac, Sheboygan, Washington, Ozaukee, Waukesha, Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha county should take this advisory into account. In addition, this […]
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Winter Storm Updates
Racine County Highway Dept. crews continue to work to remove the snow and salt the roads. Some of the crew never went home yesterday (Monday) as the snow moved into the area just after 3 p.m., according to Julie Anderson, Racine County Public Works and Development Services director. Because the west end of the county […]
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ReadyWisconsin Offers Safety Tips to Deal with Dangerously Cold Temperatures
With dangerously cold temperatures settling in over the state during the weekend and throughout this week, ReadyWisconsin is urging everyone to take precautions to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. The National Weather Service is forecasting arctic air will linger across the state. Dangerously cold wind chills, some falling below -30 degrees Fahrenheit, are […]