Wisconsin Clock Spring Forward 2026: 2 A.M. Sunday Time Change Triggers Annual Home Safety Checks in Milwaukee, Madison

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Milwaukee, WI – Clocks across Wisconsin will jump ahead one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, marking the start of daylight saving time and prompting emergency officials to remind homeowners to complete several important safety checks throughout their homes.

According to fire safety agencies and emergency management officials across the state, the twice-yearly time change serves as a convenient reminder for residents to test smoke alarms, replace batteries in carbon monoxide detectors, and inspect fire extinguishers. When clocks spring forward early Sunday morning, sunrise and sunset will both occur later compared to Saturday…

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