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Door County's Epic Ice Storm 2025

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Door County's Epic Ice Storm 2025

Early "spring" came to an abrupt halt in northeastern Wisconsin on Friday night, March 28th, 2025 as an epic (an unpredicted) ice storm visited Door County...and then refused to leave. 

During the initial rain event, for the third storm in a row, torrential rains caused flooding and basement damage for hundreds, and things quickly turned from bad to worse as the rain became sleet and froze on all homes, sidewalks, roads, trees and vegetation.  

Thousands of trees were impacted, and hundreds of homes were without power, some for days.  What had been predicted as a rain event rapidly turned into a long-term ice event, lasting from March 28th with trees, homes, roads and power impacted until April 2nd, 2025.

Ice 1

The event was well-documented by local media:

Last evening and today (April 3rd, 2025), the worst-hit area in Door County, Washington Island, has had power restored.  However, we lost thousands of trees during the event--some dead, of course, and others very much alive.  Mother Nature was awesome, and quite scary.  I have never heard the sounds of thousands of trees dropping icicles before, and it sounds like paper rustling (and was unnerving at night).  While walking our dog, a tree splintered in a residential neighborhood about 50 yards in front of us.  Luckily, no damage was done, but we were concerned about the safety of passing any trees (they were all ice-covered), and quickly turned around to go home.

Ice Storm 2

There were some amazing photos captured by many of this weather event, which served as yet another reminder of how amazingly diverse and beautiful--as well as deadly--our weather in the United States can be.

Ice Storm 3

Luckily, none of our personal properties or our Dwell Door County listed properties were impacted (we've had some issues with flooding this spring).  Today, it's back to business as usual.  Some areas still have ice, but temperatures are currently in the high 30s, and moderate temperatures are predicted if you plan to enjoy this  weekend in Door County (less than 8 weeks until Memorial Day weekend!).  

 

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Welcome to Door County, Wisconsin! Please allow me to introduce myself as a Broker/Owner and top producer for an exceptional boutique real estate firm in Door County, Dwell Door County Real Estate.  

 

I previously worked with The Kellstrom-Ray Agency as the top producing broker from 2016 through 2024.  I'm an annual multi-million- dollar producer, a top producer for the Door County MLS, and also former Senior Associate for Coldwell Banker The Real Estate Group, where I was also the recipient of the coveted Pinnacle Award.  I have been consistently ranked as one of the top-ranked Brokers for the entire Door County Multiple Listing Service for listings and sales since 2005.  After my family (which includes our Labradors), my customers and clients come first--we all have a mutual respect for honesty, integrity and hard work. Many of my customers and clients have become like family to me over the past decade, and I have made many close friends.  Contact me to talk about YOUR Door County dream property and lifestyle.

I will work hard as YOUR exclusive Buyer Agent or Listing Broker. Call and talk to me about Door County real estate any time!

 

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Door County Real Estate Expert.  My background is as diverse as the exceptional properties I represent.  I can trace my Door County heritage back to settlers from Washington Island and Liberty Grove in the 1800s.  I ultimately chose to settle on the Door Peninsula and raise my family here because there is truly no other place like Door County, Wisconsin.  I'm a full time Door County Buyer's Agent and Door County Listing agent.

How do I market? Professionally and aggressively, using every media option possible. My pledge is to continue to work tirelessly in order to provide exceptional service to the customers and clients that work with our office. I would be delighted to put my talents toward assisting you in finding the Door County property that is right for you and your own unique circumstances.

When choosing a real estate professional, choose someone who is uniquely familiar with the surrounding community, committed to service, and knowledgeable in local and county-wide land-use issues and ordinances. My firm belief in honesty, integrity and commitment to true excellence in service will help to assist you in locating a buyer for your Door County residence, or to help you discover and own the Door County home of your dreams. I'm a Door County expert, so discover the kind of service that's with you every step of the way.

Visit my website at www.moredoorcounty.com for quality SEO for Door County Real Estate.   Call or text me at (920) 421-0038.

A little bit about me:  active in the northeastern Wisconsin community, a former Legal Assistant (member NALA), I decided to enter real estate sales full time in 2003. I am a full-time Broker REALTOR, and a consistent top sales producer for the Door County Board of REALTORS. I am also an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), an honor proudly designated by REBAC under the National Association of REALTORS, as well as a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), a designation earned by listing and sales volume, as well as assisting numerous buyers and working with specialized skills for clients and customers.  I have been a member of the Door County Board of REALTORS Honors Society since 2005 and have been awarded the DCBR Excellence In Professionalism honor annually since its establishment.  I was also named President of the Door County Board of Realtors for 2017 and in 2024, and have served as a Director for the Door County Board of Realtors from 2005-2009 and 2018-2023.  We remain active in many civic and philanthropic organizations.  

When not assisting the customers and clients of our brokerage, I work ceaselessly at a local level representing various non-profit organizations, as well as a six-year term as a Director for the Door County Economic Development Corporation. I have served as both a Liberty Grove Supervisor and Planning Commissioner and have served on both Liberty Grove's and the Village of Sister Bay's Economic Development Committees.  I have been a frequent contributor for real estate information at our local school district, Gibraltar Area Schools, which my two daughters attended, assisting high school students in the basics of buying your first home. 

 

When choosing a Broker or Realtor, choose an EXPERT.  I am your Door County expert.
 

Door County Homes for Sale with MaryKay Shumway

 

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Travis Matthews
Handyman of Las Vegas - Las Vegas, NV
Vegas handyman expert in home prep & repairs.

We sure are having some crazy "spring" weather in different parts of the country.  It is unfortunate how quickly the weather can turn on us and cause so much damage.

Apr 03, 2025 10:31 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks for sharing your stormy conditions.

Take good care of yourself and have a productive spring.

Apr 03, 2025 12:47 PM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

Hi Mary Kay. Where is that "global warming" when we really need it. All we have is "Global Chillng". What gives? Jeff

Apr 03, 2025 09:40 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello MaryKay - thank you for sharing your firsthand knowledge and the photos from Door County Wisconsin.  Nature can change quickly as we continue to see in many ways.  Be safe.  Stay as warm as you can. 

Apr 04, 2025 04:21 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

That definitely sounds like something I would not want to experience so I am glad that I live in an area where it doesn't really happen, haha.

Apr 04, 2025 06:16 AM