KENOSHA, Wis. — A powerful winter storm is expected to dump 6 to 12 inches of snow across the region this weekend, prompting both the City of Kenosha and the Village of Pleasant Prairie to declare snow emergencies with strict parking restrictions and warnings to residents.
The City of Kenosha’s snow emergency will run from 12 p.m. Saturday, November 29, through 7 a.m. Monday, December 1, ahead of a system expected to bring heavy snowfall, steady winds of 10–15 mph, and gusts up to 25 mph during and after the storm. During a declared snow emergency, all parking on any city street is prohibited, and violators face $30 tickets or towing.
City officials emphasized that snow-emergency rules help plow crews keep major routes open and neighborhoods passable. Snow Route parking restrictions automatically activate after two inches of accumulation, and residents are reminded that it is illegal to blow, shovel, or plow snow into the roadway, a violation that creates dangerous conditions for drivers and can obstruct emergency vehicles.
To assist those who need to move vehicles off the streets, overnight parking is allowed in designated municipal lots in Downtown and Uptown throughout the emergency period. Residents are also allowed to temporarily park on front lawns during declared emergencies.
Kenosha residents can stay updated through local media outlets, WLIP 1050 A.M., Spectrum Channel 25, the city website, city social media, KPD social media, AlertSense notifications, and the 24-hour Parking Hotline at 262-653-4074.
In Pleasant Prairie, a separate snow emergency has been declared starting 12:00 a.m. Saturday, November 29, and continuing through 12:00 p.m. Sunday, November 30. As in Kenosha, no parking is allowed on any Village street during the emergency, and enforcement will be in effect throughout the declared period.
Both municipalities stress that compliance is essential for public safety and efficient snow removal. Crews are preparing for heavy accumulation and reduced visibility during the height of the storm. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead, clear driveways and sidewalks safely, and avoid unnecessary travel during the heaviest snowfall.
City and village officials thanked the community for its cooperation as southeastern Wisconsin braces for its first major winter storm of the season.
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11 Responses
Excellent planning and advance notice. Bring on all the peeps crying that the streets are their parking lot, and they think they should be able to park on them to block the plows. Then they’ll complain they were plowed in, or the plows didn’t do a good job because of the cars that are now moved, send them back out.
And dont forget the tickets… its all about generating revenue… Hahahaha
Suuuure they make the snow just to write tickets. Moron. Sounds like you are too good to move your car- you know, with your busy career and all. 🤣
HJ – the ticket comment was meant as a joke… were you looking in the mirror when the word moron entered your thought process? Be cautious when trying to play a hero, you sometimes end as a zero.
So witty…not so much. Nice try 😉
HJ – Love the emoji usage. It adds to the keyboard hero effect and the ability to look the part. Have a great day!
You’re very welcome! 👍🏻
The snow plowers need a win, they been hurting the last few years.
It’ll help pay for all the snacks at Kwik Trip during all of their breaks.
It’s snow.. Not hurricane relief
HJ – can you believe they are making us keep streets clear AND issuing tickets!!!!
I cant believe it…👍