February 8, 2023. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for Columbus, WI., and surrounding areas. Snow is expected from Thursday morning through Thursday night. The potential snowfall accumulations for the Columbus area are currently forecasted at 3-6” Thursday.

“As per the National Weather Service and its forecast - The City of Columbus has declared a Snow Emergency.” All residents should remove their vehicles from all city streets prior to the start of this event. Parking restrictions on city streets, alleys, and parking lots as per ordinance will be enforced starting at 9:00 AM Thursday, February 9th, 2023, and will be enforced until Snow Emergency is complete (48 hours) or has been rescinded. 

For the safety of traffic and snow removal operations.