Alert archive / North Dakota / Blizzard Warnings in 2017

Blizzard Warning 1, NWS Bismarck, ND

March 6, 20179 counties in North Dakota

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

TimeReportWhereRemark
Mar 6, 3:24 PM CSTBLIZZARDNew Town, ND1/4 MILE VISIBILITY WITH SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW FOR THE PAST 2 1/2 HOURS.
Mar 6, 3:45 PM CSTSNOW 6.51 Nnw Williston, NDBLOWING AND DRIFTING SNOW.
Mar 6, 3:45 PM CSTBLIZZARD4 Nw Shell Valley, NDHEAVY SNOW WITH THUNDER.
Mar 6, 4:00 PM CSTBLIZZARD3 Nw Stanley, NDNEAR ZERO VISIBILITY.
Mar 6, 4:00 PM CSTBLIZZARDPlaza, NDNEAR ZERO VISIBILITY WITH WINDS GUSTING TO 52 MPH.
Mar 6, 4:15 PM CSTSNOW 9Williston, NDSTORM TOTAL. THE DURATION OF THE SNOW EVENT WAS 24 HOURS.
Mar 6, 5:06 PM CSTSNOW 4Rugby, NDSTORM TOTAL SO FAR.
Mar 6, 5:30 PM CSTBLIZZARDBelcourt, ND.
Mar 6, 5:35 PM CSTBLIZZARD1 Sw Stanley, NDSTANLEY 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 CSTBLIZZARDBottineau, NDNEAR ZERO VISIBILITY.
Mar 6, 5:55 PM CSTBLIZZARD2 Nw Rugby, NDRUGBY 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 CSTSNOW 2Ross, NDSNOWFALL TOTAL SO FAR. RELAYED VIA BROADCAST MEDIA.
Mar 6, 10:30 PM CSTSNOW 3.5Epping, NDSNOWFALL TOTAL SO FAR. RELAYED VIA BROADCAST MEDIA.
Mar 7, 6:47 AM CSTSNOW 2Lansford, ND24 HOUR SNOWFALL TOTAL.
Mar 7, 9:59 AM CSTSNOW 44 Wsw Kramer, ND.
Mar 7, 11:04 AM CSTSNOW 6Willow City, ND.
Mar 7, 11:05 AM CSTSNOW 8.5Bottineau, ND24 HOUR SNOWFALL REPORT.
Mar 7, 3:11 PM CSTBLIZZARDCrosby, NDVISIBILITY AT OR BELOW 1/4 MILE FOR 3 HOURS OR MORE. WIND GUSTS AROUND 55 MPH DURING THIS PERIOD. .
Mar 7, 3:12 PM CSTBLIZZARDWilliston, NDVISIBILITY AT OR BELOW 1/4 MILE FOR 3 HOURS OR MORE. WIND GUSTS AROUND 55 MPH DURING THIS PERIOD. .
Mar 7, 3:15 PM CSTBLIZZARD2 Ne Towner, NDVISIBILITY 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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Bismarck Municip, ND at 00:00Z on 2017-03-06Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Bismarck Municip, ND at 00:00Z on 2017-03-06The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 372 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
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

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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.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 6, 4:52 AM CSTWinter Storm WarningBISDivide, Williams13 hr

Nearby

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.