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Winter Storm Warning 4, NWS Grand Forks, ND

October 26, 20174 counties in Minnesota

NWS Grand Forks, ND issued this winter storm warning at Oct 26, 2017, 4:33 AM CDT for 4 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Oct 26, 2017, 10:00 AM CDT. It was in force for 15 hr. 19 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
Oct 26, 2017, 4:33 AM CDT (09:33 UTC)
In effect from
Oct 26, 2017, 10:00 AM CDT
Expired
Oct 27, 2017, 1:00 AM CDT
In force
15 hr
Issued by
NWS Grand Forks, ND

Counties Beltrami County, MN, Lake of the Woods County, MN, Marshall County, MN, Roseau County, MN

The radar

The Fargo/Grand Forks radar (KMVX), 171 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:38 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
Oct 26, 5:00 PM CDTSNOW 3Warroad, MNSTILL SNOWING
Oct 26, 5:10 PM CDTSNOW 4Salol, MNSTILL SNOWING
Oct 26, 5:35 PM CDTSNOW 4Warroad, MNSTILL SNOWING
Oct 26, 5:59 PM CDTSNOW 3Roosevelt, MNSTILL SNOWING
Oct 26, 6:15 PM CDTSNOW 35 N Roosevelt, MNSTILL SNOWING
Oct 26, 6:15 PM CDTSNOW 51 N Warroad, MNSTILL LIGHTLY SNOWING
Oct 26, 6:46 PM CDTSNOW 1Solway, MNSTILL SNOWING
Oct 26, 6:46 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 6Wannaska, MNSTILL LIGHTLY SNOWING
Oct 26, 7:00 PM CDTSNOW 32 N Roseau, MNSTILL SNOWING
Oct 26, 7:30 PM CDTSNOW 5.5Warroad, MNRULER MEASUREMENT AND PIC, STILL SNOWING. OBSERVER SAW LIGHTNING.
Oct 26, 9:00 PM CDTSNOW 5.52 W Warroad, MNSTILL SNOWING LIGHTLY
Oct 26, 10:00 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 7Warroad, MNSTILL VERY LIGHT SNOW
Oct 26, 10:02 PM CDTSNOW 23 Nw Bemidji, MNSTILL SNOWING LIGHTLY
Oct 26, 10:02 PM CDTSNOW 2.5Holt, MNSTORM TOTAL. SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT.
Oct 26, 10:11 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 8.57 S Warroad, MNSTILL LIGHT SNOW
Oct 26, 11:00 PM CDTSNOW 2Bemidji, MNSTILL SNOWING
Oct 26, 11:00 PM CDTSNOW 4Holt, MNSTILL LIGHT SNOW
Oct 26, 11:00 PM CDTSNOW 4Newfolden, MNSTILL LIGHT SNOW
Oct 27, 12:41 AM CDTSNOW 2Bemidji, MNSTILL LIGHT SNOW

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

International Fa, MN (KINL), launched 00:00Z, 9.6 hours before the alert went out and 163 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, International Fa, MN at 00:00Z on 2017-10-26Temperature 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, International Fa, MN at 00:00Z on 2017-10-26The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 234 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 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
876 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
59 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
234 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
257 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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163 
WWUS43 KFGF 260933
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
433 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

MNZ002-003-029-030-040-NDZ007-015-026-029-030-039-053-054-261045-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WS.A.0003.171026T1500Z-171027T1800Z/
Norman-Clay-Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Cavalier-Ramsey-Nelson-
Steele-Traill-Cass-Richland-Western Walsh County-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
Barrett, Langdon, Devils Lake, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, 
Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, 
Wahpeton, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
433 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH IS CANCELLED...

Multiple headlines will be replacing the watch for the winter
system today. See the winter storm warning, high wind warning and
winter weather advisory products for details.

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-271800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0003.171026T1500Z-171027T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0001.171026T1500Z-171027T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, and Ponemah
433 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 1 AM
CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on difficult
  travel conditions, including during the evening commute. Total 
  snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches, with localized amounts up 
  to 10 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Roseau, Lake Of The Woods, East Marshall and North 
  Beltrami County.

* WHEN...10 AM today to 1 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are expected. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

MNZ004-007-NDZ008-016-271800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0003.171026T1500Z-171027T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.171026T1200Z-171027T0000Z/
Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina-Eastern Walsh County-
Including the cities of Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, 
Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, 
St. Thomas, Grafton, and Park River
433 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and occasional blowing snow expected. Periods of  
  poor visibility are expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Kittson and West Marshall County. In 
  North Dakota, Pembina and Eastern Walsh County County.

* WHEN...7 AM to 7 PM today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will cause
  areas of poor visibility while snow falls.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$

MNZ001-NDZ027-271800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0003.171026T1500Z-171027T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.171026T1500Z-171027T0000Z/
West Polk-Grand Forks-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, 
and Grand Forks
433 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and reduced visibilities. Damage to trees and power
  lines is possible. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches
  are expected.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, West Polk County. In North Dakota, Grand 
  Forks County.

* WHEN...10 AM to 7 PM today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will cause
  areas poor visibility while snow falls.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$

MNZ013>015-271800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0003.171026T1500Z-171027T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.171026T1800Z-171027T0600Z/
Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Including the cities of Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, 
Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
433 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
1 AM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on slippery road
  conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with localized amounts up 
  to 6 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Pennington, Red Lake and East Polk County.

* WHEN...1 PM today to 1 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause
  areas poor visibility while snow falls and patchy drifting 
  snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$

MNZ016-017-022>024-027-028-031-032-271200-
/O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.171026T1800Z-171027T1200Z/
North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-
West Becker-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, 
Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
433 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
7 AM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on slippery road
  conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are expected.
  Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central Minnesota, north central Minnesota,
   northwest Minnesota and west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...1 PM today to 7 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause
  areas poor visibility while snow falls and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$

JK
5 follow-up statements
877 
WWUS43 KFGF 261550
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1050 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

MNZ005-006-008-009-270600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-171027T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, and Ponemah
1050 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on difficult
  travel conditions, including during the evening commute. Tree
  branches could fall as well. Snow accumulations of 3 to 6 
  inches, with localized amounts up to 9 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Roseau, Lake Of The Woods, East Marshall and North 
  Beltrami County.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

MNZ004-007-NDZ008-016-270000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T0000Z/
Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina-Eastern Walsh County-
Including the cities of Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, 
Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, 
St. Thomas, Grafton, and Park River
1050 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions. In
  addition, areas of poor visibility are expected. Damage to trees
  and power lines is possible. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Kittson and West Marshall County. In 
  North Dakota, Pembina and Eastern Walsh County County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will cause
  areas of drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$

MNZ001-NDZ027-270000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T0000Z/
West Polk-Grand Forks-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, 
and Grand Forks
1050 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions,
  including during the evening commute as temperatures fall and
  wet roads begin to freeze. Areas of poor visibility are
  expected. Snow accumulations of a trace to three inches are 
  expected.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, West Polk County. In North Dakota, Grand 
  Forks County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$

MNZ016-017-022>024-027-028-031-032-271200-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.171026T1800Z-171027T1200Z/
North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-
West Becker-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, 
Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
1050 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Plan on slippery road conditions as wet
  roads begin to freeze with the falling temperatures. Areas of
  poor visibility are expected. Snow accumulations of 3 to 6
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central Minnesota, north central Minnesota,
   northwest Minnesota and west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...1 PM today to 7 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause
  areas of drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$

MNZ013>015-270600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.171026T1800Z-171027T0600Z/
Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Including the cities of Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, 
Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
1050 AM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Plan on slippery road conditions as wet
  roads begin to freeze with falling temperatures. Areas of poor
  visibility are expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches, with localized amounts up to 6 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Pennington, Red Lake and East Polk County.

* WHEN...1 PM today to 1 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause
  areas of drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$
Speicher
253 
WWUS43 KFGF 262009
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
309 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

MNZ004-NDZ008-016-027-262115-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T0000Z/
Kittson-Pembina-Eastern Walsh County-Grand Forks-
Including the cities of Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Cavalier, 
Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton, 
Park River, and Grand Forks
309 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Areas of light snow continue, however warm ground temperatures 
will limit additional accumulation on road surfaces. The wet 
surfaces will begin to freeze near sunset as road surface 
temperatures decrease. This impact will be most pronounced on 
overpasses where road temperatures decrease more rapidly.

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-270600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-171027T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, and Ponemah
309 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel
  conditions, including during the evening commute as wet surfaces
  begin to freeze. Snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches are
  expected...with locally higher amounts of up to 10 inches south
  and south west of Lake of the Woods.

* WHERE...Roseau, Lake Of The Woods, East Marshall and North 
  Beltrami County.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause
  areas of drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

MNZ001-007-270000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T0000Z/
West Polk-West Marshall-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Warren, 
Stephen, and Argyle
309 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions,
  especially during the evening commute as wet road surfaces 
  begin to freeze. Areas of poor visibility are expected. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch are expected.

* WHERE...West Polk and West Marshall County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 60 mph will cause
  areas of drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$

MNZ016-017-022>024-027-028-031-032-271200-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T1200Z/
North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-
West Becker-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, 
Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
309 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring north of the Highway 10 and Highway 34
  corridor...and will begin south of this area over the next two
  hours. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of poor 
  visibility are expected. Snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches are
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central Minnesota, north central Minnesota,
   northwest Minnesota and west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$

MNZ013>015-270600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T0600Z/
Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Including the cities of Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, 
Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
309 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions,
  especially during the evening commute as road temperatures begin
  to freeze. Areas of poor visibility are expected. Snow 
  accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Pennington, Red Lake and East Polk County.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered 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.

$$
Speicher
787 
WWUS43 KFGF 270039
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
739 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

MNZ005-006-008-009-270600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-171027T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, and Ponemah
739 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel 
  conditions, including during the evening commute as wet 
  surfaces begin to freeze. Snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches 
  are expected...with locally higher amounts of up to 10 inches 
  south and south west of Lake of the Woods.

* WHERE...Roseau, Lake Of The Woods, East Marshall and North 
  Beltrami County.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will 
  cause areas of drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

MNZ016-017-022>024-027-028-031-032-271200-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T1200Z/
North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-
West Becker-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, 
Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
739 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow was occurring over the area. Plan on slippery road
  conditions, especially as road temperatures fall below freezing.
  Watch for bridges and overpasses as they will freeze first.
  Areas of poor visibility are expected. Snow accumulations of 2
  to 5 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central Minnesota, north central Minnesota,
   northwest Minnesota and west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
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.

$$

MNZ013>015-270600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T0600Z/
Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Including the cities of Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, 
Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
739 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions,
  especially as road temperatures fall below freezing. Watch for
  bridges and overpasses as they will freeze first. Areas of poor
  visibility are expected. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are
  expected.

* WHERE...Pennington, Red Lake and East Polk County.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
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.

$$
925 
WWUS43 KFGF 270311
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1011 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

MNZ005-006-008-009-270600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-171027T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, and Ponemah
1011 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel 
  conditions, including during the evening commute as wet 
  surfaces begin to freeze. Snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches 
  are expected...with locally higher amounts of up to 10 inches 
  south and south west of Lake of the Woods.

* WHERE...Roseau, Lake Of The Woods, East Marshall and North 
  Beltrami County.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will 
  cause areas of drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

$$

MNZ016-017-022>024-027-028-031-032-271200-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T1200Z/
North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-
West Becker-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, 
Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
1011 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow was occurring over the area. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions, especially as road temperatures fall below 
  freezing. Watch for bridges and overpasses as they will freeze 
  first. Areas of poor visibility are expected. Snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 5 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central Minnesota, north central Minnesota,
   northwest Minnesota and west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
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.

$$

MNZ013>015-270600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T0600Z/
Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Including the cities of Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, 
Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
1011 PM CDT Thu Oct 26 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  especially as road temperatures fall below freezing. Watch for 
  bridges and overpasses as they will freeze first. Areas of 
  poor visibility are expected. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Pennington, Red Lake and East Polk County.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will 
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
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.

$$
575 
WWUS43 KFGF 270544
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1244 AM CDT Fri Oct 27 2017

MNZ005-006-008-009-270645-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-171027T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, and Ponemah
1244 AM CDT Fri Oct 27 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM CDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...

Snowfall has diminished across the area and visibilities have 
improved as a result. Some drifting of snow through the overnight
is possible as winds continue to gust over 30mph. Untreated road 
surfaces may be slippery through the morning hours. 

$$

MNZ013>015-270645-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T0600Z/
Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Including the cities of Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, 
Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
1244 AM CDT Fri Oct 27 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM CDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...

Snowfall has diminished across the area and visibilities have 
improved as a result. Some drifting of snow through the overnight
is possible as winds continue to gust over 30mph. Untreated road 
surfaces may be slippery through the morning hours. 


$$

MNZ016-017-022>024-027-028-031-032-271200-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-171027T1200Z/
North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-
West Becker-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, 
Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
1244 AM CDT Fri Oct 27 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central Minnesota, north central Minnesota,
   northwest Minnesota and west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Be prepared for reduced visibilities at 
  times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
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.

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Oct 26, 4:33 AM CDTWinter Weather AdvisoryFGFBecker, Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Kittson, Mahnomen and 6 more29 hr

Nearby

Winter Storm Warnings in Minnesota, 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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.