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Winter Storm Warning 2, NWS Bismarck, ND

March 5, 20174 counties in North Dakota

NWS Bismarck, ND issued this winter storm warning at Mar 5, 2017, 3:54 PM CST for 4 counties in North Dakota. It took effect at Mar 6, 2017, 12:00 PM CST. It was in force for . No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 5, 2017, 3:54 PM CST (21:54 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 6, 2017, 12:00 PM CST
Expired
Mar 6, 2017, 4:52 AM CST
In force
Issued by
NWS Bismarck, ND

Counties Bottineau County, ND, McHenry County, ND, Pierce County, ND, Rolette County, ND

The radar

The Minot AFB radar (KMBX), 42 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:52 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The nearest sounding before it

Bismarck Municip, ND (KBIS), launched 12:00Z, 9.9 hours before the alert went out and 196 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 12:00Z on 2017-03-05Temperature 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°
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278 
WWUS43 KBIS 052154
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
354 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017

...A WINTRY MIX FOLLOWED BY STRONG WINDS AND ACCUMULATING SNOW 
AND BLOWING SNOW POSSIBLE ACROSS WESTERN AND CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA 
LATE SUNDAY NIGHT INTO TUESDAY...

A wintry mix of light freezing rain, sleet and snow will develop 
across western and north central North Dakota late tonight and early 
Monday morning, changing over to all snow through the day Monday. 
Precipitation should begin as rain along and east of a line from 
Bottineau to Bismarck Monday morning, with the wintry mix developing 
Monday afternoon and changing over to all snow by Monday evening.

Total snowfall amounts of between 3 and 8 inches are possible 
from Bottineau and Rolette counties south to McHenry and Pierce 
counties. Snow amounts of 2 to 3 inches are possible mainly north 
of highway 200, with lesser amounts to the south. 

In addition to the mixed precipitation and snowfall, strong 
northwest winds of around 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph are expected 
to develop on Monday, and continue into Monday evening. Reduced 
visibility in blowing snow is expected mainly across north central 
North Dakota Monday afternoon and continue Monday night. It is 
possible that near blizzard conditions may develop in the Turtle 
Mountains and surrounding areas. Strong winds should develop again
on Tuesday.

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.


NDZ004-005-012-013-060600-
/O.NEW.KBIS.WS.W.0002.170306T1800Z-170307T0600Z/
Bottineau-Rolette-McHenry-Pierce-
Including the cities of Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, 
Shell Valley, St. John, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby
354 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT
CST MONDAY NIGHT...

The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter
Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow...which is in 
effect from noon Monday to midnight CST Monday night. 

* Expect a wintry mix to develop Monday morning, change over to
  snow around noon, and then diminish around midnight Monday night.

* The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon and 6 PM 
  Monday. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 8 inches and ice accumulations
  of a glaze are expected. 

* Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause widespread blowing 
  and drifting snow. In addition...significant reductions in 
  visibility are expected. Damage to trees and power lines is 
  possible 

* Plan on difficult driving conditions...including during the 
  evening commute on Monday.

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow...sleet
and ice are expected. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ001>003-009>011-017>019-021-031>033-041-060600-
/O.NEW.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1200Z-170307T0600Z/
Divide-Burke-Renville-Williams-Mountrail-Ward-McKenzie-Dunn-
Mercer-McLean-Golden Valley-Billings-Stark-Hettinger-
Including the cities of Crosby, Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, 
Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Williston, 
New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Watford City, Killdeer, 
Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, 
Turtle Lake, Beach, Medora, Dickinson, Mott, and New England
354 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017 /254 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/
MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ MONDAY NIGHT...

The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter
Weather Advisory for a wintry mix of precipitation and strong
winds...which is in effect from 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Monday to 
midnight CST /11 PM MST/ Monday night.


* Expect a wintry mix to develop late Sunday night or Monday
  morning, then change over to snow, and then diminish Monday 
  night. 

* The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon and 6 PM 
  Monday. 

* Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a glaze are expected. 

* Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Parts of northern
  North Dakota will see areas of blowing and drifting snow...with
  areas of poor visibility expected. Damage to trees and power 
  lines is possible 

* Plan on slippery road conditions...including during the morning
  and evening commute on Monday.

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>048-050-051-060600-
/O.NEW.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
354 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017 /254 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON CST /11 AM MST/
MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ MONDAY NIGHT...

The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter
Weather Advisory for a wintry mix of precipitation and strong
winds...which is in effect from noon CST /11 AM MST/ Monday to 
midnight CST /11 PM MST/ Monday night. 

* Expect a wintry mix to develop around noon Monday, change over
  to snow during the afternoon, and then diminish around midnight
  Monday night.

* Total snow accumulations of up to 2 inches and ice accumulations
  of a glaze are expected. Areas near the South Dakota border
  should see little to no snow accumulation.

* Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause areas of blowing and
  drifting snow, mainly north of I-94. Damage to trees and power 
  lines is possible. 

* Plan on slippery road conditions for the evening commute.

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
3 follow-up statements
294 
WWUS43 KBIS 052214
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
414 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017

...A WINTRY MIX FOLLOWED BY STRONG WINDS AND ACCUMULATING SNOW
AND BLOWING SNOW POSSIBLE ACROSS WESTERN AND CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA
LATE SUNDAY NIGHT INTO TUESDAY...

.A wintry mix of light freezing rain, sleet and snow will develop
across western and north central North Dakota late tonight and
early Monday morning, changing over to all snow through the day
Monday. Precipitation should begin as rain along and east of a
line from Bottineau to Bismarck Monday morning, with the wintry
mix developing Monday afternoon and changing over to all snow by
Monday evening.

Total snowfall amounts of between 3 and 8 inches are possible
from Bottineau and Rolette counties south to McHenry and Pierce
counties. Snow amounts of 2 to 3 inches are possible mainly north
of highway 200, with lesser amounts to the south.

In addition to the mixed precipitation and snowfall, strong
northwest winds of around 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph are
expected to develop on Monday, and continue into Monday evening.
Reduced visibility in blowing snow is expected mainly across
north central North Dakota Monday afternoon and continue Monday
night. It is possible that near blizzard conditions may develop
in the Turtle Mountains and surrounding areas. Strong winds
should develop again on Tuesday.

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.

NDZ004-005-012-013-060615-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0002.170306T1800Z-170307T0600Z/
Bottineau-Rolette-McHenry-Pierce-
Including the cities of Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, 
Shell Valley, St. John, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby
414 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON MONDAY TO
MIDNIGHT CST MONDAY NIGHT...

* Expect a wintry mix to develop Monday morning, change over to 
  snow around noon, and then diminish around midnight Monday 
  night. 

* The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon and 6 PM 
  Monday. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 8 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a glaze are expected. 

* Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause widespread blowing 
  and drifting snow. In addition...significant reductions in 
  visibility are expected. Damage to trees and power lines is 
  possible 

* Plan on difficult driving conditions...including during the 
  evening commute on Monday. 

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow...sleet
and ice are expected. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ001>003-009>011-017>019-021-031>033-041-060615-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1200Z-170307T0600Z/
Divide-Burke-Renville-Williams-Mountrail-Ward-McKenzie-Dunn-
Mercer-McLean-Golden Valley-Billings-Stark-Hettinger-
Including the cities of Crosby, Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, 
Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Williston, 
New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Watford City, Killdeer, 
Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, 
Turtle Lake, Beach, Medora, Dickinson, Mott, and New England
414 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017 /314 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* Expect a wintry mix to develop late Sunday night or Monday 
  morning, then change over to snow, and then diminish Monday 
  night. 

* The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon and 6 PM 
  Monday. 

* Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a glaze are expected. 

* Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Parts of northern 
  North Dakota will see areas of blowing and drifting snow...
  with areas of poor visibility expected. Damage to trees and 
  power lines is possible 

* Plan on slippery road conditions...including during the 
  morning and evening commute on Monday. 

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>048-050-051-060615-
/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
414 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017 /314 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON CST /11 AM
MST/ MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* Expect a wintry mix to develop around noon Monday, change over 
  to snow during the afternoon, and then diminish around 
  midnight Monday night. 

* Total snow accumulations of up to 2 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a glaze are expected. Areas near the South 
  Dakota border should see little to no snow accumulation. 

* Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause areas of blowing 
  and drifting snow, mainly north of I-94. Damage to trees and 
  power lines is possible. 

* Plan on slippery road conditions for the evening commute.

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
235 
WWUS43 KBIS 060343
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
943 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017

...A WINTRY MIX OF FREEZING RAIN AND SLEET FOLLOWED BY STRONG 
WINDS AND ACCUMULATING SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW ACROSS WESTERN AND 
CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA LATE SUNDAY NIGHT INTO TUESDAY...

.A wintry mix of light freezing rain, sleet and snow will develop
across western and north central North Dakota late tonight and
early Monday morning, changing over to all snow through the day 
Monday. The precipitation will begin as rain along and east of a 
line from Bottineau to Bismarck Monday morning, with the wintry 
mix developing Monday afternoon and changing over to all snow by 
Monday evening.

Total snowfall amounts of between 3 and 8 inches are possible
from Bottineau and Rolette counties south to McHenry and Pierce
counties. Snow amounts of 2 to 3 inches are possible mainly north
of highway 200, with lesser amounts to the south.

Strong northwest winds of 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph are 
expected to develop on Monday, and continue into Monday evening. 
Reduced visibility in blowing snow will develop across north 
central North Dakota Monday afternoon and continue Monday night. 
Near blizzard conditions may develop in the Turtle Mountains and 
surrounding areas. Strong winds should develop again on Tuesday.

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.

NDZ004-005-012-013-061145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0002.170306T1800Z-170307T0600Z/
Bottineau-Rolette-McHenry-Pierce-
Including the cities of Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, 
Shell Valley, St. John, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby
943 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON MONDAY TO
MIDNIGHT CST MONDAY NIGHT...

* Expect a wintry mix to develop Monday morning, change over to 
  snow around noon, and then diminish around midnight Monday 
  night. 

* The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon and 6 PM 
  Monday. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 8 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a glaze are expected. 

* Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause widespread blowing
  and drifting snow. In addition...significant reductions in
  visibility are expected. Damage to trees and power lines are
  possible.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions...including during the 
  evening commute on Monday. 

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow...sleet
and ice are expected. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ001>003-009>011-017>019-021-031>033-041-061145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.170306T1200Z-170307T0600Z/
Divide-Burke-Renville-Williams-Mountrail-Ward-McKenzie-Dunn-
Mercer-McLean-Golden Valley-Billings-Stark-Hettinger-
Including the cities of Crosby, Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, 
Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Williston, 
New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Watford City, Killdeer, 
Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, 
Turtle Lake, Beach, Medora, Dickinson, Mott, and New England
943 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017 /843 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* Expect a wintry mix to develop late tonight or Monday morning,
  then change over to snow, and diminish Monday night. 

* The heaviest snowfall rates will occur between noon and 6 PM 
  Monday. 

* Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a glaze are expected. 

* Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will occur. Parts of northern 
  North Dakota will see areas of blowing and drifting snow... 
  with areas of poor visibility expected. Damage to trees and 
  power lines is possible 

* Plan on slippery road conditions...including during the 
  morning and evening commute on Monday. 

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>048-050-051-061145-
/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
943 PM CST Sun Mar 5 2017 /843 PM MST Sun Mar 5 2017/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON CST /11 AM
MST/ MONDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST /11 PM MST/ MONDAY NIGHT...

* Expect a wintry mix to develop around noon Monday, change over 
  to snow during the afternoon, and then diminish around 
  midnight Monday night. 

* Total snow accumulations of up to 2 inches and ice 
  accumulations of a glaze are expected. Areas near the South 
  Dakota border should see little to no snow accumulation. 

* Winds gusting as high as 55 mph will cause areas of blowing 
  and drifting snow, mainly north of I-94. Damage to trees and 
  power lines is possible. 

* Plan on slippery road conditions for the evening commute.

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.

&&

$$
waa
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

The office that day

Everything else NWS Bismarck, ND issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 5, 2:44 AM CSTHigh Wind WatchBISAdams, Billings, Bowman, Dickey, Foster, Golden Valley and 12 more234 days
Mar 5, 3:54 PM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryBISBillings, Bottineau, Burke, Burleigh, Dickey, Divide and 23 more65 hr
Mar 5, 4:01 PM CSTHigh Wind WarningBISAdams, Billings, Bowman, Burleigh, Dickey, Dunn and 16 more53 hr

Nearby

Winter Storm Warnings in North Dakota, 2017Every winter storm 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; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.