Alert archive / North Dakota / Blizzard Warnings in 2017
Blizzard Warning 1, NWS Bismarck, ND
NWS Bismarck, ND issued this blizzard warning at Mar 6, 2017, 4:52 AM CST for 9 counties in North Dakota. It took effect at Mar 6, 2017, 12:00 PM CST. It was in force for 33 hr. 20 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Mar 6, 2017, 4:52 AM CST (10:52 UTC)
- In effect from
- Mar 6, 2017, 12:00 PM CST
- Expired
- Mar 7, 2017, 8:55 PM CST
- In force
- 33 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Bismarck, ND
Counties Bottineau County, ND, Burke County, ND, Divide County, ND, McHenry County, ND, Mountrail County, ND, Pierce County, ND, Renville County, ND, Rolette County, ND, Williams County, ND
The radar
The Minot AFB radar (KMBX), 60 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 10:54 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 3:24 PM CST | BLIZZARD | New Town, ND | 1/4 MILE VISIBILITY WITH SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW FOR THE PAST 2 1/2 HOURS. |
| Mar 6, 3:45 PM CST | SNOW 6.5 | 1 Nnw Williston, ND | BLOWING AND DRIFTING SNOW. |
| Mar 6, 3:45 PM CST | BLIZZARD | 4 Nw Shell Valley, ND | HEAVY SNOW WITH THUNDER. |
| Mar 6, 4:00 PM CST | BLIZZARD | 3 Nw Stanley, ND | NEAR ZERO VISIBILITY. |
| Mar 6, 4:00 PM CST | BLIZZARD | Plaza, ND | NEAR ZERO VISIBILITY WITH WINDS GUSTING TO 52 MPH. |
| Mar 6, 4:15 PM CST | SNOW 9 | Williston, ND | STORM TOTAL. THE DURATION OF THE SNOW EVENT WAS 24 HOURS. |
| Mar 6, 5:06 PM CST | SNOW 4 | Rugby, ND | STORM TOTAL SO FAR. |
| Mar 6, 5:30 PM CST | BLIZZARD | Belcourt, ND | . |
| Mar 6, 5:35 PM CST | BLIZZARD | 1 Sw Stanley, ND | STANLEY AWOS VISIBILITY AT OR BELOW ONE QUARTER MILE FOR 3 HOURS. WINDS GUSTING UP TO 49 MPH DURING THIS PERIOD. |
| Mar 6, 5:36 PM CST | BLIZZARD | Bottineau, ND | NEAR ZERO VISIBILITY. |
| Mar 6, 5:55 PM CST | BLIZZARD | 2 Nw Rugby, ND | RUGBY AWOS VISIBILITY AT OR BELOW ONE QUARTER MILE FOR 3 HOURS. WINDS GUSTING AS HIGH AS 53 MPH DURING THIS PERIOD. |
| Mar 6, 10:30 PM CST | SNOW 2 | Ross, ND | SNOWFALL TOTAL SO FAR. RELAYED VIA BROADCAST MEDIA. |
| Mar 6, 10:30 PM CST | SNOW 3.5 | Epping, ND | SNOWFALL TOTAL SO FAR. RELAYED VIA BROADCAST MEDIA. |
| Mar 7, 6:47 AM CST | SNOW 2 | Lansford, ND | 24 HOUR SNOWFALL TOTAL. |
| Mar 7, 9:59 AM CST | SNOW 4 | 4 Wsw Kramer, ND | . |
| Mar 7, 11:04 AM CST | SNOW 6 | Willow City, ND | . |
| Mar 7, 11:05 AM CST | SNOW 8.5 | Bottineau, ND | 24 HOUR SNOWFALL REPORT. |
| Mar 7, 3:11 PM CST | BLIZZARD | Crosby, ND | VISIBILITY AT OR BELOW 1/4 MILE FOR 3 HOURS OR MORE. WIND GUSTS AROUND 55 MPH DURING THIS PERIOD. . |
| Mar 7, 3:12 PM CST | BLIZZARD | Williston, ND | VISIBILITY AT OR BELOW 1/4 MILE FOR 3 HOURS OR MORE. WIND GUSTS AROUND 55 MPH DURING THIS PERIOD. . |
| Mar 7, 3:15 PM CST | BLIZZARD | 2 Ne Towner, ND | VISIBILITY NEAR ZERO. |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Bismarck Municip, ND (KBIS), launched 00:00Z, 10.9 hours before the alert went out and 210 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 2467 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 56 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 372 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 379 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
927 WWUS43 KBIS 061052 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 452 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS DEVELOPING TODAY OVER MUCH OF NORTHWESTERN AND NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA... .Snow will develop across western North Dakota this morning, spreading into central North Dakota through the afternoon. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. Northwest winds will also significantly increase through the day. The combination of northwest wind gusts to 55 mph and heavy snow will create blizzard conditions across much of north central and portions of northwest North Dakota this afternoon through tonight. This includes the Bowbells, Stanley, Mohall, Minot, Bottineau, Towner, Belcourt and Rugby areas. While strong winds are expected across the remainder of western and central North Dakota, lesser snowfall amounts and duration will limit the period of the worst conditions. Total snowfall amounts of between 4 and 8 inches are possible mainly along and north of US Highway 2. Snow amounts of 1 to 3 inches are forecast to the south. Those with travel plans Monday and Tuesday are reminded to keep a winter survival kit in your car and let others know of your travel plains. As always, keep up to date with the latest weather conditions and forecasts from the Bismarck National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/bis. NDZ004-005-012-013-061900- /O.UPG.KBIS.WS.W.0002.170306T1800Z-170307T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.170306T1800Z-170307T1200Z/ Bottineau-Rolette-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 452 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 AM CST TUESDAY... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Blizzard Warning, which is in effect from noon today to 6 AM CST Tuesday. * Expect snow to develop around mid day and continue through tonight. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon CST and 6 PM CST today. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will become very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ002-003-010-011-061900- /O.UPG.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1200Z-170307T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.170306T1800Z-170307T1200Z/ Burke-Renville-Mountrail-Ward- Including the cities of Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, and Minot 452 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 AM CST TUESDAY... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Blizzard Warning, which is in effect from noon today to 6 AM CST Tuesday. * Expect snow to develop around mid day and continue through tonight. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon CST and 6 PM CST Monday. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will become very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ001-009-061900- /O.UPG.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1200Z-170307T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KBIS.WS.W.0003.170306T1500Z-170307T0000Z/ Divide-Williams- Including the cities of Crosby and Williston 452 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow, which is in effect from 9 AM this morning to 6 PM CST this evening. * Expect snow to develop this morning and continue through this afternoon. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between 9 AM CST and 3 PM CST today. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and significantly reduced visibility. * Travel will become dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow and blowing snow are expected. This will make travel dangerous. && $$ NDZ017>019-021-031>033-041-061900- /O.EXT.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1500Z-170307T0600Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-McLean-Golden Valley-Billings-Stark- Hettinger- Including the cities of Watford City, Killdeer, Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, Beach, Medora, Dickinson, Mott, and New England 452 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /352 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM CST /8 AM MST/ THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT... * Snow will develop this morning and continue through the late afternoon or early evening. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ020-022-023-025-034>037-042-045>048-050-051-061900- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1800Z-170307T0600Z/ Oliver-Sheridan-Wells-Foster-Morton-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman- Grant-Sioux-Emmons-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey- Including the cities of Center, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Mandan, Bismarck, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton, Strasburg, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale 452 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /352 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON CST /11 AM MST/ TODAY TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT... * Snow will develop by early afternoon and continue through the evening. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ ZH/PJA
13 follow-up statements
526 WWUS43 KBIS 061252 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 652 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS DEVELOPING TODAY OVER MUCH OF NORTHWESTERN AND NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA... .Snow will develop across western North Dakota this morning, spreading into central North Dakota through the afternoon. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. Northwest winds will also significantly increase through the day. The combination of northwest wind gusts to 55 mph and heavy snow will create blizzard conditions across much of north central and portions of northwest North Dakota this afternoon through tonight. This includes the Bowbells, Stanley, Mohall, Minot, Bottineau, Towner, Belcourt and Rugby areas. While strong winds are expected across the remainder of western and central North Dakota, lesser snowfall amounts and duration will limit the period of the worst conditions. Total snowfall amounts of between 4 and 8 inches are possible mainly along and north of US Highway 2. Snow amounts of 1 to 3 inches are forecast to the south. Those with travel plans Monday and Tuesday are reminded to keep a winter survival kit in your car and let others know of your travel plains. As always, keep up to date with the latest weather conditions and forecasts from the Bismarck National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/bis. NDZ002>005-010>013-062100- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.170306T1800Z-170307T1200Z/ Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Mountrail-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 652 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 AM CST TUESDAY... * Expect snow to develop around mid day and continue through tonight. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon CST and 6 PM CST Monday. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will become very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ001-009-062100- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0003.170306T1500Z-170307T0000Z/ Divide-Williams- Including the cities of Crosby and Williston 652 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... * Expect snow to develop this morning and continue through this afternoon. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between 9 AM CST and 3 PM CST today. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible. * Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and significantly reduced visibility. * Travel will become dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow and blowing snow are expected. This will make travel dangerous. && $$ NDZ019-021-062100- /O.EXT.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1800Z-170307T0600Z/ Mercer-McLean- Including the cities of Beulah, Hazen, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, and Turtle Lake 652 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /552 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON CST /11 AM MST/ TODAY TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT... * Snow will develop this morning and continue through the late afternoon or early evening. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-062100- /O.EXT.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T2100Z-170307T0600Z/ Wells-Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey- Including the cities of Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale 652 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT... * Snow will develop by early afternoon and continue through the evening. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ017-018-031>033-041-062100- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1500Z-170307T0600Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Golden Valley-Billings-Stark-Hettinger- Including the cities of Watford City, Killdeer, Halliday, Beach, Medora, Dickinson, Mott, and New England 652 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /552 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT... * Snow will develop this morning and continue through the late afternoon or early evening. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ020-022-034-035-042-045-046-062100- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1800Z-170307T0600Z/ Oliver-Sheridan-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons- Including the cities of Center, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Mandan, Bismarck, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton, and Strasburg 652 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /552 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON CST /11 AM MST/ TODAY TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT... * Snow will develop by early afternoon and continue through the evening. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ PJA
599 WWUS43 KBIS 061619 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 1019 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS DEVELOPING TODAY OVER MUCH OF NORTHWESTERN AND NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA... .Snow will continue develop across western North Dakota late this morning, spreading into central North Dakota through the afternoon. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. Northwest winds have already increased over the western half of the state, and will continue to increase and expand eastward through the day. The combination of northwest wind gusts to 55 mph and heavy snow will create blizzard conditions across much of north central and portions of northwest North Dakota this afternoon through tonight. This includes the Bowbells, Stanley, Mohall, Minot, Bottineau, Towner, Belcourt and Rugby areas. While strong winds are expected across the remainder of western and central North Dakota, lesser snowfall amounts and duration will limit the period of the worst conditions. Total snowfall amounts of between 4 and 8 inches are possible mainly along and north of US Highway 2. Snow amounts of 1 to 3 inches are forecast to the south. Those with travel plans Monday and Tuesday are reminded to keep a winter survival kit in your car and let others know of your travel plains. As always, keep up to date with the latest weather conditions and forecasts from the Bismarck National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/bis. NDZ002>005-010>013-070030- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.170306T1800Z-170307T1200Z/ Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Mountrail-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 1019 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST TUESDAY... * Expect snow to continue to develop today and continue through tonight. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between 10 am CST and 6 PM CST Monday. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will become very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ001-009-070000- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170307T0000Z/ Divide-Williams- Including the cities of Crosby and Williston 1019 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... * Expect snow to continue to develop and persist through this afternoon. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between 9 AM CST and 3 PM CST today. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible. * Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and significantly reduced visibility. * Travel will become dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow and blowing snow are expected. This will make travel dangerous. && $$ NDZ017-018-031>033-041-070030- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170307T0600Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Golden Valley-Billings-Stark-Hettinger- Including the cities of Watford City, Killdeer, Halliday, Beach, Medora, Dickinson, Mott, and New England 1019 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /919 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT... * Snow will continue to develop this morning and persist through the late afternoon or early evening. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ019>022-034-035-042-045-046-070030- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1800Z-170307T0600Z/ Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Sheridan-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons- Including the cities of Beulah, Hazen, Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Mandan, Bismarck, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton, and Strasburg 1019 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /919 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT... * Snow will develop by early afternoon and continue through the evening. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-070030- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T2100Z-170307T0600Z/ Wells-Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey- Including the cities of Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale 1019 AM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT... * Snow will develop by early afternoon and continue through the evening. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ JV
194 WWUS43 KBIS 061827 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 1227 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS DEVELOPING TODAY OVER MUCH OF NORTHWESTERN AND NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA... .Snow will continue develop across western North Dakota this afternoon, spreading into central North Dakota through the afternoon. A brief period of light rain or a wintry mix is possible in central North Dakota as precipitation begins. Northwest winds have already increased over the western half of the state, and will continue to increase and expand eastward through the day. The combination of northwest wind gusts to 55 mph and heavy snow will create blizzard conditions across much of north central and portions of northwest North Dakota this afternoon through tonight. This includes the Bowbells, Stanley, Mohall, Minot, Bottineau, Towner, Belcourt and Rugby areas. While strong winds are expected across the remainder of western and central North Dakota, lesser snowfall amounts and duration will limit the period of the worst conditions. Total snowfall amounts of between 4 and 8 inches are possible mainly along and north of US Highway 2. Snow amounts of 1 to 3 inches are forecast to the south. Those with travel plans Monday and Tuesday are reminded to keep a winter survival kit in your car and let others know of your travel plains. As always, keep up to date with the latest weather conditions and forecasts from the Bismarck National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/bis. NDZ002>005-010>013-070230- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170307T1200Z/ Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Mountrail-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 1227 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST TUESDAY... * Expect snow to continue to develop today and continue through tonight. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon CST and 6 PM CST Monday. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will become very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ001-009-070000- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170307T0000Z/ Divide-Williams- Including the cities of Crosby and Williston 1227 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... * Expect snow to continue to develop and persist through this afternoon. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur through 3 PM CST today. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible. * Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and significantly reduced visibility. * Travel will become dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow and blowing snow are expected. This will make travel dangerous. && $$ NDZ017>022-031>035-041-042-045-046-070230- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170307T0600Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Sheridan-Golden Valley- Billings-Stark-Morton-Burleigh-Hettinger-Grant-Sioux-Emmons- Including the cities of Watford City, Killdeer, Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Beach, Medora, Dickinson, Mandan, Bismarck, Mott, New England, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton, and Strasburg 1227 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /1127 AM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT... * Snow will continue to develop today persist through the late afternoon or early evening. A brief period of light rain or a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-070230- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T2100Z-170307T0600Z/ Wells-Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey- Including the cities of Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale 1227 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT... * Snow will develop this afternoon and continue through the evening. A brief period of light rain or a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ JV
725 WWUS43 KBIS 062102 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 302 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TODAY AND TONIGHT OVER MUCH OF NORTHWESTERN AND NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA... .Snow will continue develop across western North Dakota this afternoon, spreading into central North Dakota through the afternoon. A brief period of light rain or a wintry mix is possible in central North Dakota as precipitation begins. Strong and gusty northwest winds will continue across western and central North Dakota through the evening. The combination of northwest wind gusts to 55 mph and heavy snow will create blizzard conditions across much of north central and portions of northwest North Dakota through tonight. This includes the Bowbells, Stanley, Mohall, Minot, Bottineau, Towner, Belcourt and Rugby areas. While strong winds are expected across the remainder of western and central North Dakota, lesser snowfall amounts and duration will limit the period of the worst conditions. Total snowfall amounts of between 4 and 9 inches are possible mainly along and north of US Highway 2. Snow amounts of 1 to 3 inches are forecast to the south. Those with travel plans today and Tuesday are reminded to keep a winter survival kit in your car and let others know of your travel plains. As always, keep up to date with the latest weather conditions and forecasts from the Bismarck National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/bis. NDZ002>005-010>013-070515- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170307T1200Z/ Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Mountrail-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 302 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST TUESDAY... * Expect snow to continue to develop today and continue through tonight. A brief period of a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon CST and 9 PM CST Monday. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 9 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will become very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ001-009-070000- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170307T0000Z/ Divide-Williams- Including the cities of Crosby and Williston 302 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... * Expect snow to persist through this afternoon. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur through 5 PM CST today. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible. * Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and significantly reduced visibility. * Travel will become dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow and blowing snow are expected. This will make travel dangerous. && $$ NDZ017>022-031>035-041-042-045-046-070515- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170307T0600Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Sheridan-Golden Valley- Billings-Stark-Morton-Burleigh-Hettinger-Grant-Sioux-Emmons- Including the cities of Watford City, Killdeer, Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Beach, Medora, Dickinson, Mandan, Bismarck, Mott, New England, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton, and Strasburg 302 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /202 PM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ TONIGHT... * Snow will continue to develop today and persist through the evening. A brief period of light rain or a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-070515- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170307T0600Z/ Wells-Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey- Including the cities of Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale 302 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT... * Snow will develop this afternoon and continue through the evening. A brief period of light rain or a wintry mix is possible as precipitation begins. * Total snow accumulations of up to 2 inches are expected. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. A period of significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will become hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow...sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ JV
520 WWUS43 KBIS 070019 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 619 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TONIGHT OVER MUCH OF NORTHWESTERN AND NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA... .Snow will continue across north central North Dakota tonight. Strong and gusty northwest winds will continue across western and central North Dakota through tonight as well. The combination of wind gusts to 65 mph and heavy snow will create blizzard conditions across much of north central and portions of northwest North Dakota through tonight. This includes the Bowbells, Stanley, Mohall, Minot, Bottineau, Towner, Belcourt and Rugby areas. Total snowfall amounts of between 4 and 10 inches are possible mainly along and north of US Highway 2. Snow amounts of 1 to 3 inches are forecast to the south. Those with travel plans today and Tuesday are reminded to keep a winter survival kit in your car and let others know of your travel plains. As always, keep up to date with the latest weather conditions and forecasts from the Bismarck National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/bis. NDZ001-009-070830- /O.EXP.KBIS.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170307T0000Z/ /O.EXB.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170307T1200Z/ Divide-Williams- Including the cities of Crosby and Williston 619 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST TUESDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow, which is in effect until 6 AM CST Tuesday. The Winter Storm Warning has expired. * Snow will continue to diminish through the evening. Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile at times through tonight. * Total new snow accumulations of up to an inch. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$ NDZ018>023-025-031>037-041-042-045>048-050-051-070130- /O.CAN.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170307T0600Z/ Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Sheridan-Wells-Foster-Golden Valley- Billings-Stark-Morton-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman-Hettinger-Grant- Sioux-Emmons-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey- Including the cities of Killdeer, Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Beach, Medora, Dickinson, Mandan, Bismarck, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Mott, New England, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton, Strasburg, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale 619 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /519 PM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS BEEN REPLACED WITH A HIGH WIND WARNING... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has replaced the Winter Weather Advisory with a high wind warning. See BISNPWBIS for details. $$ NDZ002>005-010>013-070830- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170307T1200Z/ Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Mountrail-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 619 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST TUESDAY... * Expect snow to continue to develop today and continue through tonight. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur through midnight tonight. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible. * Winds gusting as high as 65 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will be very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ017-070830- /O.EXT.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170307T1200Z/ McKenzie- Including the city of Watford City 619 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /519 PM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ TUESDAY... * Snow will gradually diminish tonight but blowing snow will continue through tonight. * Total new snow accumulations less than an inch. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in falling snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow and blowing snow will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ waa
046 WWUS43 KBIS 070338 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 938 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS CONTINUE TONIGHT OVER MUCH OF NORTHWESTERN AND NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA... .Strong and gusty northwest winds and lingering snow will cause blizzard conditions across western and central North Dakota through tonight. The combination of wind gusts to 55 mph and snow and blowing snow will keep blizzard conditions across much of north central and portions of northwest North Dakota through tonight. This includes the Bowbells, Stanley, Mohall, Minot, Bottineau, Towner, Belcourt and Rugby areas. Total snowfall amounts between 4 and 10 inches are expected mainly along and north of US Highway 2. Snow amounts of 1 to 3 inches are forecast to the south. Those with travel plans today and Tuesday are reminded to keep a winter survival kit in your car and let others know of your travel plains. As always, keep up to date with the latest weather conditions and forecasts from the Bismarck National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/bis. NDZ002>005-010>013-071145- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170307T1200Z/ Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Mountrail-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 938 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST TUESDAY... * Expect snow to continue through tonight the end by morning. * The heaviest snowfall rates will occur through midnight tonight. * Total snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches are expected. Locally higher amounts are possible. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will be very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ001-009-017-071145- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170307T1200Z/ Divide-Williams-McKenzie- Including the cities of Crosby, Williston, and Watford City 938 PM CST Mon Mar 6 2017 /838 PM MST Mon Mar 6 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ TUESDAY... * Snow will diminish through early morning. However strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile at times through tonight. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$ waa
610 WWUS43 KBIS 070943 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 343 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS CONTINUE OVER NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA TODAY... .Strong and gusty northwest winds and lingering snow will cause blizzard conditions across north central North Dakota into this evening. The combination of wind gusts to 60 mph, periods of light snow and blowing snow will keep blizzard conditions across much of north central North Dakota. This includes the Minot, Bottineau, Towner, Belcourt and Rugby areas. Further to the northwest, from Williston east through Stanley, winds are not expected to quite be as strong. However widespread visibilities as low as one half mile are still expected in blowing snow from the fresh snow cover there. A winter weather advisory is now in effect through 9 PM CST this evening. Additional snowfall amounts will be light, generally an inch or less. But the fresh snow from Monday should be enough for ground blizzard conditions. Those with travel plans today and Tuesday are reminded to keep a winter survival kit in your car and let others know of your travel plains. As always, keep up to date with the latest weather conditions and forecasts from the Bismarck National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/bis. NDZ002-010-071745- /O.CAN.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170307T1200Z/ /O.EXB.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Burke-Mountrail- Including the cities of Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, New Town, Stanley, and Parshall 343 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING... ...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow, which is in effect until 9 PM CST this evening. The Blizzard Warning has been cancelled. * Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile at times through this evening. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$ NDZ003>005-011>013-071745- /O.EXT.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 343 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING... * Expect periods of light snow to continue today. * New snow accumulations generally less than an inch. * Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will be very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ001-009-017-071745- /O.EXT.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Divide-Williams-McKenzie- Including the cities of Crosby, Williston, and Watford City 343 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 /243 AM MST Tue Mar 7 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST /8 PM MST/ THIS EVENING... * Strong northwest winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile at times through tonight. * Little new snow accumulation. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. Precautionary/Preparedness actions... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$ waa
619 WWUS43 KBIS 071253 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 653 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS CONTINUE OVER NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA TODAY... .Very strong northwest winds and lingering light snow will cause blizzard conditions across north central North Dakota into this evening. The combination of wind gusts to 60 mph, periods of light snow and blowing snow will keep blizzard conditions across much of north central North Dakota. This includes the Minot, Bottineau, Towner, Belcourt and Rugby areas. Further to the west, from Williston east through Stanley, winds are not expected to quite be as strong. However visibilities as low as one half mile are still expected in blowing snow from the fresh snow cover there. A winter weather advisory is now in effect through 9 PM CST this evening. Little if any additional snowfall is expected. But the fresh snow from Monday should be enough for ground blizzard conditions. Those with travel plans today and Tuesday are reminded to keep a winter survival kit in your car and let others know of your travel plains. As always, keep up to date with the latest weather conditions and forecasts from the Bismarck National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/bis. NDZ003>005-011>013-072100- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 653 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING... * Expect periods of light snow to continue today. * New snow accumulations generally less than an inch. * Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will be very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ001-002-009-010-017-072100- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Divide-Burke-Williams-Mountrail-McKenzie- Including the cities of Crosby, Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Williston, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, and Watford City 653 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 /553 AM MST Tue Mar 7 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST /8 PM MST/ THIS EVENING... * Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile at times through this evening. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$ twh
809 WWUS43 KBIS 071646 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 1046 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD FAR NORTHWEST INTO NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA THROUGH MID EVENING... .Strong northwest winds gusting to 65 mph, combined with recent snowfall and ongoing light snow, will cause a blizzard across far northwest into north central North Dakota through mid-evening. This includes all locations along and north of Highway 2. A winter weather advisory remains in effect through mid evening for Williston, Watford City, and Stanley, where blowing snow will create visibilities as low as one half mile at times. Those with travel plans are encouraged to check for the latest road and weather conditions. Consider delaying travel if possible. If you must travel, be sure to carry a winter survival kit in your vehicle and let others know of your travel plains. NDZ001-002-080100- /O.UPG.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ /O.EXA.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Divide-Burke- Including the cities of Crosby, Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, and Portal 1046 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Blizzard Warning, which is in effect until 9 PM CST this evening. This replaces the Winter Weather Advisory. * Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will be very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ003>005-011>013-080100- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 1046 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING... * Expect periods of light snow to continue today. * New snow accumulations generally less than an inch. * Winds gusting as high as 65 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will be very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ009-010-017-080100- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Williams-Mountrail-McKenzie- Including the cities of Williston, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, and Watford City 1046 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 /946 AM MST Tue Mar 7 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST /8 PM MST/ THIS EVENING... * Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile at times through this evening. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$ Heinert
182 WWUS43 KBIS 071657 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 1057 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD FAR NORTHWEST INTO NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA THROUGH MID EVENING... .Strong northwest winds gusting to 65 mph, combined with recent snowfall and ongoing light snow, will cause a blizzard across far northwest into north central North Dakota through mid-evening. This includes all locations along and north of Highway 2. A winter weather advisory remains in effect through mid evening for Williston, Watford City, and Stanley, where blowing snow will create visibilities as low as one half mile at times. Those with travel plans are encouraged to check for the latest road and weather conditions. Consider delaying travel if possible. If you must travel, be sure to carry a winter survival kit in your vehicle and let others know of your travel plans. NDZ001>005-011>013-080100- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Crosby, Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 1057 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING... * Expect periods of light snow to continue today. * New snow accumulations generally less than an inch. * Winds gusting as high as 65 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will be very dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ009-010-017-080100- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Williams-Mountrail-McKenzie- Including the cities of Williston, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, and Watford City 1057 AM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 /957 AM MST Tue Mar 7 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST /8 PM MST/ THIS EVENING... * Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile at times through this evening. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$
008 WWUS43 KBIS 071836 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 1236 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD NORTHWEST INTO NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA THROUGH MID EVENING... .Strong northwest winds gusting to 65 mph, combined with recent snowfall and ongoing light snow, will cause a blizzard across northwest into north central North Dakota through mid-evening. This includes all locations along and north of Highway 2. Conditions will be much worse in the open country outside of urban areas. Those with travel plans are encouraged to check for the latest road and weather conditions. Consider delaying travel if possible. If you must travel, be sure to carry a winter survival kit in your vehicle and let others know of your travel plans. NDZ009-010-080245- /O.UPG.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ /O.EXA.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Williams-Mountrail- Including the cities of Williston, New Town, Stanley, and Parshall 1236 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Blizzard Warning, which is in effect until 9 PM CST this evening. This replaces the Winter Weather Advisory. * Winds gusting as high as 65 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will be very dangerous, especially in the open country outside of urban areas. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ001>005-011>013-080245- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Crosby, Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 1236 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING... * Expect periods of light snow to continue today. * New snow accumulations generally less than an inch. * Winds gusting as high as 65 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will be very dangerous, especially in the open country outside of urban areas. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ017-080245- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ McKenzie- Including the city of Watford City 1236 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 /1136 AM MST Tue Mar 7 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST /8 PM MST/ THIS EVENING... * Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile at times through this evening. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$ Heinert
091 WWUS43 KBIS 072155 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 355 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD NORTHWEST INTO NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA THROUGH MID EVENING... .Strong northwest winds gusting to 65 mph, combined with recent snowfall and ongoing occasional light snow, will continue to cause a blizzard across northwest and north central North Dakota through mid-evening. This includes all locations along and north of Highway 2. Conditions will be much worse in the open country than inside cities and towns. Those with travel plans are encouraged to check for the latest road and weather conditions. Delay travel if at all possible, as it will be very difficult if not impossible. If you must travel, be sure to carry a winter survival kit in your vehicle and let others know of your travel plans. NDZ001>005-009>013-080300- /O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward- McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Crosby, Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Williston, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 355 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING... * Periods of light snow will continue today. * Any new snow accumulations will be generally less than an inch. * Winds gusting as high as 65 mph will cause widespread blowing snow and near zero visibility. * Travel will be very dangerous if not impossible, especially in the open country outside of cities and towns. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions...making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel...have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded...stay with your vehicle. && $$ NDZ017-080300- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ McKenzie- Including the city of Watford City 355 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 /255 PM MST Tue Mar 7 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST /8 PM MST/ THIS EVENING... * Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile or less at times through this evening. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$
126 WWUS43 KBIS 080255 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 855 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR BLOWING SNOW NORTHWEST INTO NORTH CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA TONIGHT INTO VERY EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING... .Northwest winds gusting to 50 mph will continue to cause blowing snow over northwest and north central North Dakota tonight. The winds will gradually decrease overnight, with conditions gradually improving from west to east. Visibility will be much worse in the open country than inside cities and towns. Those with travel plans are encouraged to check for the latest road and weather conditions. Highly consider delaying travel, as it will be very difficult if not impossible. If you must travel, be sure to carry a winter survival kit in your vehicle and let others know of your travel plans. NDZ001-009-080700- /O.CAN.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ /O.EXB.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0700Z/ Divide-Williams- Including the cities of Crosby and Williston 855 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CST WEDNESDAY... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow, which is in effect until 1 AM CST Wednesday. * Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile or less at times through this evening. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$ NDZ002>005-010>013-081100- /O.CAN.KBIS.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170308T0300Z/ /O.EXB.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T1200Z/ Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Mountrail-Ward-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby 855 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST WEDNESDAY... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow, which is in effect until 6 AM CST Wednesday. * Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile or less at times through very early Wednesday morning. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$ NDZ021>023-081100- /O.EXB.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T1200Z/ McLean-Sheridan-Wells- Including the cities of Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, and Fessenden 855 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST WEDNESDAY... The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow, which is in effect until 6 AM CST Wednesday. * Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile or less at times through this evening. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$ NDZ017-080700- /O.EXT.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-170308T0700Z/ McKenzie- Including the city of Watford City 855 PM CST Tue Mar 7 2017 /755 PM MST Tue Mar 7 2017/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CST /MIDNIGHT MST/ WEDNESDAY... * Strong winds will cause considerable blowing snow reducing visibilities to a half mile or less at times through this evening. * Little new snow accumulations. * Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will occur. Significantly reduced visibility is expected in blowing snow and strong winds. * Travel will be hazardous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling...especially in open areas. && $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Bismarck, ND issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
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| Mar 6, 4:52 AM CST | Winter Storm Warning | BIS | Divide, Williams | 13 hr |
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Blizzard Warnings in North Dakota, 2017Every blizzard warning in 2017
Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.