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Winter Storm Warning 2, NWS Twin Cities, MN

February 23, 20175 counties in Minnesota; 8 counties in Wisconsin

NWS Twin Cities, MN issued this winter storm warning at Feb 23, 2017, 4:27 AM CST for 5 counties in Minnesota; 8 counties in Wisconsin. It took effect at Feb 23, 2017, 6:00 PM CST. It was in force for 21 hr. 57 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
Feb 23, 2017, 4:27 AM CST (10:27 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 23, 2017, 6:00 PM CST
Expired
Feb 24, 2017, 2:52 PM CST
In force
21 hr
Issued by
NWS Twin Cities, MN

Counties Dakota County, MN, Goodhue County, MN, Rice County, MN, Scott County, MN, Washington County, MN, Barron County, WI, Chippewa County, WI, Dunn County, WI, Eau Claire County, WI, Pepin County, WI, Pierce County, WI, Rusk County, WI, Saint Croix County, WI

The radar

The Minneapolis radar (KMPX), 99 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 10:30 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
Feb 24, 12:28 AM CSTSNOW 5.8Goodhue, MN.
Feb 24, 2:15 AM CSTSNOW 5.83 Ssw Altoona, WISTORM TOTAL THROUGH 215 AM.
Feb 24, 5:15 AM CSTSNOW 101 Nnw Zumbrota, MN.
Feb 24, 5:15 AM CSTSNOW 10Zumbrota, MN.
Feb 24, 5:30 AM CSTSNOW 10.5Kenyon, MN.
Feb 24, 5:46 AM CSTSNOW 8.23 Ssw Altoona, WISTORM TOTAL THROUGH 545 AM.
Feb 24, 5:46 AM CSTSNOW 8.23 Ssw Altoona, WISTORM TOTAL THROUGH 545 AM. THE DURATION OF THE SNOW EVENT WAS 24 HOURS. THE REPORTED OBSERVER LOCATION WAS WQOW TV EAU CLAIRE, WI.
Feb 24, 5:56 AM CSTSNOW 8.24 N Eau Claire, WIASOS STATION EAU CLAIRE AP /EAU/.
Feb 24, 5:56 AM CSTSNOW 8.24 Nne Eau Claire, WIASOS STATION EAU CLAIRE AP /EAU/.
Feb 24, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.22 Se Chetek, WICOCORAHS STATION CHETEK 2SE /WI-BR-2/.
Feb 24, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 45 Nw Red Wing, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION RED WING (L/D 3) /RDWM5/.
Feb 24, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 76 Sw Bloomer, WI.
Feb 24, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 9.71 Wsw Altoona, WICOCORAHS STATION ALTOONA /WI-EC-5/.
Feb 24, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 9.71 Wsw Altoona, WISTILL SNOWING.
Feb 24, 6:20 AM CSTSNOW 81 Wsw Faribault, MN.
Feb 24, 6:30 AM CSTSNOW 5.17 Ne Tilden, WI.
Feb 24, 6:30 AM CSTSNOW 5.17 Ne Tilden, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION JIM FALLS 3 NW /JIMW3/.
Feb 24, 6:30 AM CSTSNOW 102 Wnw Eau Claire, WICOCORAHS STATION EAU CLAIRE 2W /WI-EC-14/.
Feb 24, 6:55 AM CSTSNOW 2.13 Ne Northfield, MNCOCORAHS STATION NORTHFIELD 2NE /MN-DK-63/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 0.73 Wnw Ladysmith, WICOCORAHS STATION LADYSMITH 2WNW /WI-RS-1/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 0.91 S River Falls, WICOCORAHS STATION RIVER FALLS 1S /WI-PC-10/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 0.92 E Bruce, WICOCORAHS STATION BRUCE 1E /WI-RS-3/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.51 Wsw Baldwin, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION BALDWIN /BALW3/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.55 Nw Glen Flora, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION BIG FALLS HYDRO /BGFW3/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.83 N Boyceville, WICOCORAHS STATION BOYCEVILLE 3NNE /WI-DN-1/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 4.5Cedar Falls, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION CEDAR FALLS (HYDRO PLANT) /MNOW3/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 54 N Cornell, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION HOLCOMBE /HOLW3/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 5.51 E Ellsworth, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION ELLSWORTH 1E /ELWW3/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 6.51 Ne Elk Mound, WICOCORAHS STATION ELK MOUND 1ENE /WI-DN-5/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 6.8Red Wing, MN.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 6.8Red Wing, MN
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 7.51 W Spring Valley, WI.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 81 N Faribault, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION FARIBAULT /FBTM5/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 9.5Zumbrota, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION ZUMBROTA /ZBRM5/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 10.34 E Nerstrand, MNCOCORAHS STATION NERSTRAND 4E /MN-GH-4/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 114 Nnw Augusta, WICOCORAHS STATION AUGUSTA 4NW /WI-EC-16/.
Feb 24, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 12.5Goodhue, MNCOCORAHS STATION GOODHUE /MN-GH-19/.
Feb 24, 8:00 AM CSTSNOW 0.41 Ssw Roberts, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION ROBERTS /ROBW3/.
Feb 24, 8:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.51 Wnw Cameron, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION RICE LAKE /RILW3/.
Feb 24, 8:00 AM CSTSNOW 5Bloomer, WICO-OP OBSERVER STATION BLOOMER /BMRW3/.
Feb 24, 8:00 AM CSTSNOW 104 Sse Elk Mound, WICOCORAHS STATION ELK MOUND 4 SE /WI-DN-7/.
Feb 24, 8:00 AM CSTSNOW 12.73 Ne Stockholm, WICOCORAHS STATION STOCKHOLM 2NE /WI-PP-2/.
Feb 24, 8:25 AM CSTSNOW 4.21 E Northfield, MN.
Feb 24, 9:00 AM CSTSNOW 10Pine Island, MN.
Feb 24, 9:38 AM CSTSNOW 14Kenyon, MN.
Feb 24, 10:00 AM CSTSNOW 9.5Downsville, WI.
Feb 24, 10:00 AM CSTSNOW 142 N Zumbrota, MNREPORTED VIA FACEBOOK.
Feb 24, 10:15 AM CSTSNOW 9Red Wing, MN.
Feb 24, 11:00 AM CSTSNOW 9.83 Ssw Altoona, WI. THE REPORTED OBSERVER LOCATION WAS WQOW TV EAU CLAIRE, WI.
Feb 24, 11:15 AM CSTSNOW 107 E Dennison, MN.
Feb 24, 1:00 PM CSTSNOW 1.5Hudson, WI.
Feb 24, 1:44 PM CSTSNOW 10Altoona, WI.
Feb 24, 1:44 PM CSTSNOW 10Altoona, WI
Feb 24, 2:23 PM CSTSNOW 8.55 Ssw Chippewa Falls, WI.
Feb 24, 2:23 PM CSTSNOW 8.55 Ssw Chippewa Falls, WI
Feb 24, 2:50 PM CSTSNOW 15.5Kenyon, MN.
Feb 24, 2:50 PM CSTSNOW 15.5Kenyon, MN

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

The nearest sounding before it

Minneapolis, MN (KMPX), launched 00:00Z, 10.5 hours before the alert went out and 102 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, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2017-02-23Temperature 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, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2017-02-23The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 12 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
855 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
80 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
12 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
41 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
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The text

As transmitted.

183 
WWUS43 KMPX 231027
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
427 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...MAJOR WINTER STORM TO IMPACT SOUTH CENTRAL MINNESOTA INTO WEST
CENTRAL WISCONSIN TONIGHT INTO FRIDAY NIGHT...

.A blizzard warning is now in effect for south central Minnesota,
including the Mankato area and I-90 corridor. A winter storm 
warning now covers the southeast Twin Cities metro area over to 
Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls Wisconsin. A blizzard watch remains
in effect from Redwood Fall over to Glencoe, with a winter storm
watch still in effect for most of the Twin Cities and the US-8
corridor in northwest Wisconsin.

Snowfall totals between 12 and 15 inches are expected along and
southeast of a St. James Minnesota to Eau Claire Wisconsin line,
with a very tight gradient in snowfall totals expected northwest
of this main band. 

In addition, wind speeds are expected to between 25 and 35 mph,
with gusts around 40 mph in south central Minnesota. This will
lead to significant blowing and drifting as well for south 
central Minnesota, where the blizzard warning is in effect

The Friday morning and afternoon commutes are expected to be
significantly impacted.

MNZ044-045-049-050-054>058-064-231130-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WS.A.0003.170224T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Stearns-Benton-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-
Kandiyohi-Meeker-Yellow Medicine-
Including the cities of Princeton, Mora, St Cloud, Foley, 
Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, 
and Granite Falls
427 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has
cancelled the Winter Storm Watch. 

The heaviest snow is expected southeast of these areas, with
snowfall amounts of 3 inches or less expected.

$$

MNZ074>076-082>084-091-092-231830-
/O.UPG.KMPX.BZ.A.0001.170224T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.170224T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
Brown-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-Martin-
Faribault-
Including the cities of New Ulm, St Peter, Le Sueur, St James, 
Mankato, Waseca, Fairmont, and Blue Earth
427 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM CST
SATURDAY...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Blizzard Warning, which is in effect from 6 PM this evening to
6 AM CST Saturday. The Blizzard Watch is no longer in effect. 

* TIMING...Heavy snow will develop between 8pm and 10pm tonight, 
with increasing winds on Friday. 

* Snow accumulations...8 to 15 inches are expected.

* WINDS/VISIBILITY...Northeast to northwest 25 to 35 mph with 
gusts to 45 mph resulting in considerable blowing snow and 
possible whiteout conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ085-093-231830-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0003.170224T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.170224T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
Steele-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Owatonna and Albert Lea
427 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM CST
SATURDAY...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Blizzard Warning, which is in effect from 6 PM this evening to
6 AM CST Saturday. The Winter Storm Watch is no longer in effect.

* TIMING...Heavy snow will develop between 8pm and 10pm tonight, 
with increasing winds on Friday. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...12 to 15 inches are expected.

* WINDS/VISIBILITY...Northeast to northwest 25 to 35 mph with
  gusts to 45 mph resulting in considerable blowing snow and
  possible whiteout conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ063-069-070-077-078-WIZ023>028-231830-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0003.170224T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.WS.W.0002.170224T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
Washington-Scott-Dakota-Rice-Goodhue-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-
Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Stillwater, Shakopee, Hastings, 
Faribault, Red Wing, Hudson, River Falls, Prescott, Menomonie, 
Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
427 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow, which is 
in effect from 6 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Saturday. The Winter 
Storm Watch is no longer in effect. 

* TIMING...heavy snow will quickly spread in between 10pm and
  midnight tonight.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...8 to 12 inches are expected, with total
  falling off quickly north of a New Prague, to Cottage Grove, to
  Holcombe Wisconsin line.

* WINDS...Northeast to northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 mph
  resulting in considerable blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an 
emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight... 
food...and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MNZ065>067-073-231830-
/O.EXT.KMPX.BZ.A.0001.170224T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
Renville-McLeod-Sibley-Redwood-
Including the cities of Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, 
and Redwood Falls
427 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...BLIZZARD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH LATE
FRIDAY NIGHT...

* TIMING...Snow will develop after 8pm tonight, with increasing
  winds on Friday.

* Snow accumulations...4 to 8 inches are possible.

* WINDS/VISIBILITY...Northeast to northwest 20 to 30 mph with 
  gusts to 40 mph resulting in considerable blowing snow and 
  possible whiteout conditions. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Watch means there is a potential for falling and/or
blowing snow with strong winds and extremely poor visibilities.
This can lead to whiteout conditions and make travel very
dangerous.

&&

$$

MNZ051>053-059>062-068-WIZ014>016-231830-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.A.0003.170224T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
Sherburne-Isanti-Chisago-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Carver-Polk-
Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Elk River, Cambridge, Center City, 
Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Chaska, Osceola, 
Rice Lake, and Ladysmith
427 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH
LATE FRIDAY NIGHT...

* TIMING...Snow will spread into the area between 10pm and 2am
  tonight.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches are possible. 

* WINDS...Northeast to northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 mph
  resulting in considerable blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow...sleet...or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$
7 follow-up statements
466 
WWUS43 KMPX 231831
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
1231 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...MAJOR WINTER STORM TO IMPACT SOUTH CENTRAL MINNESOTA INTO WEST
CENTRAL WISCONSIN TONIGHT INTO FRIDAY NIGHT...

.A blizzard warning is in effect for south central Minnesota, 
including the Mankato area and I-90 corridor. A winter storm 
warning is in effect for the southern and eastern Twin Cities 
metro area and over into much of west central Wisconsin. A winter
weather advisory is in effect for for much of central Minnesota
from Redwood and Renville counties through Hennepin and Ramsey
counties, along with Polk County Wisconsin. 

Snowfall totals between 12 and 15 inches are expected along and
southeast of a St. James Minnesota to Eau Claire Wisconsin line,
with a very tight gradient in snowfall totals expected northwest
of this main band.

In addition, wind speeds are expected to between 25 and 35 mph,
with gusts around 40 mph in south central Minnesota. This will
lead to significant blowing and drifting as well for south
central Minnesota, where the blizzard warning is in effect

The Friday morning and afternoon commutes are expected to be
significantly impacted.

MNZ051>053-059-061-231945-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WS.A.0003.170224T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
Sherburne-Isanti-Chisago-Wright-Anoka-
Including the cities of Elk River, Cambridge, Center City, 
Monticello, and Blaine
1231 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER STORM WATCH IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has
cancelled the Winter Storm Watch. 

Snow amounts are expected to be less than 3 inches for portions of
east central Minnesota. Therefore, the winter storm watch has been
cancelled.

$$

MNZ077-078-240300-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.W.0002.170224T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Rice-Goodhue-
Including the cities of Faribault and Red Wing
1231 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM CST
SATURDAY...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Blizzard Warning, which is in effect from 9 PM this evening to
6 AM CST Saturday. The Winter Storm Warning is no longer in
effect. 

* TIMING...Heavy snow will quickly spread in between 10pm and
  midnight tonight, continuing through much of Friday. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...9 to 14 inches are expected.

* WINDS...Northeast to northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 
  mph resulting in considerable blowing and drifting snow. 

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.

&&

$$

WIZ015-016-240300-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0003.170224T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KMPX.WS.W.0002.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Rice Lake and Ladysmith
1231 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Storm Warning for Heavy Snow, which is in effect from 9 
PM this evening to 6 AM CST Saturday. The Winter Storm Watch is no
longer in effect. 

* TIMING...Snow will spread into the area between 10pm and 2am
  tonight, continuing through much of Friday. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches are possible.

* WINDS...Northeast to northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 30
  mph, which may create areas of blowing and drifting snow.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an 
emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight... 
food...and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MNZ074>076-082>085-091>093-240300-
/O.EXT.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Brown-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin-
Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of New Ulm, St Peter, Le Sueur, St James, 
Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
1231 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Heavy snow will develop between 8pm and 10pm tonight, 
  with increasing winds on Friday.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...10 to 15 inches are expected.

* WINDS/VISIBILITY...Northeast to northwest 25 to 35 mph with 
  gusts to 45 mph resulting in considerable blowing snow and 
  possible whiteout conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ063-069-070-WIZ023>028-240300-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0002.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Washington-Scott-Dakota-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-
Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Stillwater, Shakopee, Hastings, Hudson, 
River Falls, Prescott, Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, 
and Eau Claire
1231 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM CST SATURDAY...

* TIMING...heavy snow will quickly spread in between 10pm and 
  midnight tonight. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...8 to 12 inches are expected, with total 
  falling off quickly north of a New Prague, to Cottage Grove, 
  to Holcombe Wisconsin line. 

* WINDS...Northeast to northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 
  mph resulting in considerable blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight...
food...and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MNZ065>067-073-240300-
/O.UPG.KMPX.BZ.A.0001.170224T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Renville-McLeod-Sibley-Redwood-
Including the cities of Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, 
and Redwood Falls
1231 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM CST SATURDAY...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Weather Advisory for Snow and Blowing Snow, which is in 
effect from 9 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Saturday. The Blizzard 
Watch is no longer in effect. 

* TIMING...Snow will develop after 8pm tonight, with increasing 
  winds on Friday. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...3 to 6 inches are possible.

* WINDS/VISIBILITY...Northeast to northwest 20 to 30 mph with 
  gusts to 40 mph resulting in considerable blowing snow and 
  possible whiteout conditions. 

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means that 
visibilities will be limited due to a combination of falling and 
blowing snow. Use caution when traveling... especially in open 
areas.

&&

$$

MNZ060-062-068-WIZ014-240300-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0003.170224T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Hennepin-Ramsey-Carver-Polk-
Including the cities of Minneapolis, St Paul, Chaska, and Osceola
1231 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM CST SATURDAY...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Weather Advisory for Snow and Blowing Snow, which is in 
effect from 9 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Saturday. The Winter 
Storm Watch is no longer in effect. 

* TIMING...Snow will spread into the area between 10pm and 2am 
  tonight. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...3 to 6 inches are possible.

* WINDS...Northeast to northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph
  may result in areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means that 
visibilities will be limited due to a combination of falling and 
blowing snow. Use caution when traveling... especially in open 
areas.

&&

$$
641 
WWUS43 KMPX 232228
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
428 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...TRAVEL CONDITIONS EXPECTED TO DETERIORATE RAPIDLY TONIGHT
ACROSS SOUTHERN MINNESOTA AND PORTIONS OF WEST CENTRAL 
WISCONSIN...

.A Blizzard Warning is in effect for south central Minnesota, 
including the Mankato area, the I-90 corridor, and I-35 corridor 
from around Faribault southward. A Winter Storm Warning is in 
effect for the southern and eastern Twin Cities metro area and 
over into much of west central Wisconsin. A Winter Weather 
Advisory is in effect for portions of central Minnesota from 
Redwood and Renville counties through Hennepin and Ramsey 
counties, along with Polk County Wisconsin.

Snowfall totals between 10 and 15 inches are expected along and 
southeast of a St. James, Minnesota to Eau Claire, Wisconsin line,
with a very tight gradient in snowfall totals expected northwest 
of this main band.

In addition, wind speeds are expected to between 25 and 35 mph,
with gusts around 40 mph in south central Minnesota. This will
lead to significant blowing and drifting as well for south
central Minnesota, where the Blizzard Warning is in effect.

The Friday morning and afternoon commutes are expected to be
significantly impacted. Those traveling south into this band can
expect rapidly deteriorating travel conditions within a short
distance.  

MNZ074>078-082>085-091>093-240630-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Brown-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Goodhue-Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-
Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of New Ulm, St Peter, Le Sueur, Faribault, 
Red Wing, St James, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, 
Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
428 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM CST SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Heavy snow will develop between 8pm and 10pm tonight, 
  with increasing winds on Friday. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...8 to 15 inches are expected, with the
  heaviest totals along the Iowa border.

* WINDS/VISIBILITY...Northeast to northwest 25 to 35 mph with 
  gusts to 45 mph resulting in considerable blowing snow and 
  possible whiteout conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ063-069-070-WIZ015-016-023>028-240630-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0002.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Washington-Scott-Dakota-Barron-Rusk-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-
Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Stillwater, Shakopee, Hastings, 
Rice Lake, Ladysmith, Hudson, River Falls, Prescott, Menomonie, 
Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
428 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO 6 AM CST SATURDAY...

* TIMING...heavy snow will quickly spread in between 10pm and 
  midnight tonight. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...6 to 12 inches are expected, with total
  falling off quickly north of a New Prague, to Cottage Grove, to
  Cornell, Wisconsin line. 

* WINDS...Northeast to northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 
  mph resulting in considerable blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight...
food...and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MNZ060-062-065>068-073-WIZ014-240630-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Hennepin-Ramsey-Renville-McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Redwood-Polk-
Including the cities of Minneapolis, St Paul, Olivia, Hutchinson,
Gaylord, Chaska, Redwood Falls, and Osceola
428 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS
EVENING TO 6 AM CST SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Snow will spread into the area between 10pm and 2am 
  tonight. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 5 inches are possible.

* WINDS...Northeast to northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 
  mph may result in areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means that
visibilities will be limited due to a combination of falling and
blowing snow. Use caution when traveling... especially in open
areas.

&&

$$

Borghoff
384 
WWUS43 KMPX 240234
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
834 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...TRAVEL CONDITIONS EXPECTED TO DETERIORATE RAPIDLY TONIGHT
ACROSS SOUTHERN MINNESOTA AND PORTIONS OF WEST CENTRAL
WISCONSIN...

.A Blizzard Warning is in effect for south central Minnesota,
including the Mankato area, the I-90 corridor, and I-35 corridor
from around Faribault southward. A Winter Storm Warning is in
effect for portions of west central Wisconsin east of a line from
Red Wing to Ladysmith. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect one
row of counties north of the Blizzard and Winter Storm Warnings
but no longer includes the Twin Cities.

Snowfall totals between 6 and 12 inches are expected in the
warning areas with up to 6 inches in the advisory area. A few
totals could exceed a foot near the Iowa border.

In addition, wind speeds are expected to increase to 25 and 35 
mph, with gusts around 40 mph across south central Minnesota late
tonight and Friday. This will lead to significant blowing and 
drifting snow and whiteout conditions. 

The Friday morning and afternoon commutes are expected to be
significantly impacted. Those traveling south into this band can
expect rapidly deteriorating travel conditions within a very short
distance.

MNZ063-069-070-WIZ015-023-241045-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WS.W.0002.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.170224T0300Z-170225T0000Z/
Washington-Scott-Dakota-Barron-St. Croix-
Including the cities of Stillwater, Shakopee, Hastings, 
Rice Lake, and Hudson
834 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Weather Advisory for snow, which is in effect until 6 PM
CST Friday. The Winter Storm Warning has been cancelled. 

* TIMING...Snow will spread into the area between 10 PM and 2 AM 
  tonight. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 6 inches, with the heaviest amounts in
  the southern portions of the county.

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow 
covered roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while 
driving.

&&

$$

MNZ060-062-065-066-068-WIZ014-240345-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Hennepin-Ramsey-Renville-McLeod-Carver-Polk-
Including the cities of Minneapolis, St Paul, Olivia, Hutchinson,
Chaska, and Osceola
834 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has
cancelled the Winter Weather Advisory. 

Snow will likely just graze the southern portions of the county
and result in up to an inch or two of accumulation.

$$

MNZ074>078-082>085-091>093-241045-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Brown-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Goodhue-Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-
Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of New Ulm, St Peter, Le Sueur, Faribault, 
Red Wing, St James, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, 
Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
834 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Heavy snow will develop later this evening, with 
  increasing winds on Friday. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...6 to 12 inches are expected, with the 
  heaviest totals along the Iowa border. 

* WINDS/VISIBILITY...North 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 45 mph 
  resulting in considerable blowing snow and possible whiteout 
  conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

WIZ016-024>028-241045-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0002.170224T0300Z-170225T1200Z/
Rusk-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Ladysmith, River Falls, Prescott, 
Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
834 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Moderate to heavy snow will in late tonight and persist
  through Friday.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...6 to 12 inches are expected, with the 
  highest totals south of Red Wing and Eau Claire.

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph resulting in
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight...
food...and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MNZ067-073-241045-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.170224T0300Z-170224T1800Z/
Sibley-Redwood-
Including the cities of Gaylord and Redwood Falls
834 PM CST Thu Feb 23 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST FRIDAY...

* TIMING...Snow will spread into the area late this evening or
  early overnight.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...up to 3 or 4 inches, mainly across the
  southern portion of the county.

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means that
visibilities will be limited due to a combination of falling and
blowing snow. Use caution when traveling... especially in open
areas.

&&

$$

Borghoff
634 
WWUS43 KMPX 241007
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
407 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...DIFFICULT TRAVEL CONDITIONS OVER SOUTH CENTRAL MINNESOTA AND
INTO PORTIONS OF WEST CENTRAL WISCONSIN...

.A Blizzard Warning is in effect for south central Minnesota,
including the Mankato area, the I-90 corridor, and I-35 corridor
from around Faribault southward. A Winter Storm Warning is in
effect for portions of west central Wisconsin east of a line from
Red Wing to Ladysmith. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for
Dakota and Washington county in east central Minnesota and in St 
Croix and Barron county in west central Wisconsin. 

Snowfall totals between 6 and 12 inches are expected in the
warning areas with up to 6 inches in the advisory area. A few
totals could exceed a foot near the Iowa border.

In addition, wind speeds are expected to increase to 25 and
30 mph, with gusts around 40 mph across south central Minnesota 
today. This will lead to significant blowing and drifting snow 
and whiteout conditions.

The Friday morning and afternoon commutes are expected to be
significantly impacted. Those traveling south into this band can
expect rapidly deteriorating travel conditions within a very
short distance. Weather conditions will slowly improve into the 
evening across the area.

MNZ069-241115-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0000Z/
Scott-
Including the city of Shakopee
407 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has
cancelled the Winter Weather Advisory. 

Snowfall will be limited to an inch or two across the area today.
Heavier snow will fall south of the area.

$$

MNZ067-073-241115-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170224T1800Z/
Sibley-Redwood-
Including the cities of Gaylord and Redwood Falls
407 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has
cancelled the Winter Weather Advisory. 

Heavier snow will fall across south central Minnesota into today.


$$

MNZ074>078-082>085-091>093-241815-
/O.EXT.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
Brown-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Goodhue-Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-
Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of New Ulm, St Peter, Le Sueur, Faribault, 
Red Wing, St James, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, 
Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
407 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...

* TIMING...Moderate to heavy snow will continue into at least this
  morning...tapering during the afternoon. The heavier
  accumulations will occur along the I90 corridor to near Red Wing.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...6 to 12 inches are expected, with the 
  heaviest totals along the Iowa border. 

* WINDS/VISIBILITY...North 25 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 mph 
  resulting in considerable blowing snow and possible whiteout 
  conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

WIZ016-024>028-241815-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
Rusk-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Ladysmith, River Falls, Prescott, 
Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
407 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Moderate to heavy snow will continue through the
  day...with the heavier accumulation this morning around Eau
  Claire.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...6 to 12 inches are expected, with the
  highest totals from near Red Wing and Eau Claire. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph resulting in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight...
food...and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

WIZ015-023-241815-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
Barron-St. Croix-
Including the cities of Rice Lake and Hudson
407 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* TIMING...Periods of snow expected today...ending this evening.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 5 inches, with the heaviest amounts in
  the southeast portions of the county. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$

MNZ063-070-241815-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0000Z/
Washington-Dakota-
Including the cities of Stillwater and Hastings
407 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* TIMING...Snow will spread mainly across the southern portions 
of the county today. 

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 6 inches, with the heaviest amounts 
  in the southern portions of the county. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$
009 
WWUS43 KMPX 241557
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
957 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...DIFFICULT TRAVEL CONDITIONS OVER SOUTH CENTRAL MINNESOTA AND
INTO PORTIONS OF WEST CENTRAL WISCONSIN...

.A Blizzard Warning remains in effect for south central 
Minnesota, including the Mankato area, the I-90 corridor, and I-35
corridor from around Faribault southward. A Winter Storm Warning 
remains in effect for portions of west central Wisconsin east of 
a line from Red Wing to Ladysmith. A Winter Weather Advisory
remains in effect for Dakota and Washington county in east 
central Minnesota and in St Croix and Barron county in west 
central Wisconsin.

Additional snow accumulations of between 3 and 6 inches are 
expected in the warning areas with up to 3 additional inches in 
the advisory area.

In addition, sustained wind speeds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts to
around 40 mph are expected through the day in south central 
Minnesota today. This will lead to significant blowing and 
drifting snow and whiteout conditions.

The Friday afternoon commute will likely be significantly 
impacted. Those traveling south into this band can expect rapidly 
deteriorating travel conditions within a very short distance. 
Weather conditions will slowly improve into the evening across the
area.

MNZ074>078-082>085-091>093-250000-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
Brown-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Goodhue-Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-
Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of New Ulm, St Peter, Le Sueur, Faribault, 
Red Wing, St James, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, 
Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
957 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* TIMING...Moderate to heavy snow will continue through the
  morning...tapering during the afternoon. The heavier
  accumulations will occur along the Interstate 90 corridor to 
  near Red Wing. 

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...3 to 6 inches through the
  afternoon and evening hours, with the heaviest totals along the
  Iowa border.

* WINDS/VISIBILITY...North 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 mph 
  resulting in considerable blowing snow and possible whiteout 
  conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

WIZ016-024>028-250000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
Rusk-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Ladysmith, River Falls, Prescott, 
Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
957 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Moderate to heavy snow will continue through the 
  day...with the heavier accumulation this morning around Eau 
  Claire. 

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...3 to 6 inches are expected
  through the evening hours, with the highest totals from near Red
  Wing to Eau Claire. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph resulting in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight...
food...and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

WIZ015-023-250000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
Barron-St. Croix-
Including the cities of Rice Lake and Hudson
957 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* TIMING...Periods of snow expected today...ending this evening.

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Up to 3 inches through this
  evening, with the heaviest amounts in the southeast portions of
  the county. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$

MNZ063-070-250000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0000Z/
Washington-Dakota-
Including the cities of Stillwater and Hastings
957 AM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* TIMING...Snow will spread mainly across the southern portions 
  of the county today.

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Up to 3 inches through this
  afternoon, with the heaviest amounts in the southern portions 
  of the county. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$
579 
WWUS43 KMPX 241847
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
1247 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...DIFFICULT TRAVEL CONDITIONS OVER FAR SOUTH CENTRAL MINNESOTA 
AND INTO PORTIONS OF WEST CENTRAL WISCONSIN...

.A Blizzard Warning remains in effect for portions of far south 
central Minnesota, including the Mankato area, the Interstate 90 
corridor, and Interstate 35 corridor from around Faribault 
southward. A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for portions 
of west central Wisconsin east of a line from Red Wing to 
Ladysmith. A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for Dakota 
and Washington county in east central Minnesota and in St Croix 
and Barron county in west central Wisconsin.

Additional snow accumulations of between 3 and 6 inches are
expected in the warning areas with up to 3 additional inches in
the advisory area.

In addition, sustained wind speeds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts to
around 40 mph are expected through the day in south central
Minnesota today. This will lead to significant blowing and
drifting snow and whiteout conditions.

The Friday afternoon commute will likely be significantly
impacted. Those traveling south into this band can expect rapidly
deteriorating travel conditions within a very short distance.
Weather conditions will slowly improve into the evening across
the area.

MNZ074>076-082-242000-
/O.CAN.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
Brown-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Watonwan-
Including the cities of New Ulm, St Peter, Le Sueur, and St James
1247 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has
cancelled the Blizzard Warning. 

Snowfall has ended or will end very shortly over these portions of
south-central Minnesota. In addition, visibilities have generally
improved such that blizzard conditions are no longer expected.

Therefore, the Blizzard Warning has been cancelled for Brown,
Nicollet, Le Sueur and Watonwan counties.

$$

MNZ077-078-083>085-091>093-250300-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
Rice-Goodhue-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Faribault, Red Wing, Mankato, Waseca, 
Owatonna, Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
1247 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* TIMING...Moderate to heavy snow will continue through the 
  morning...tapering during the afternoon. The heavier 
  accumulations will occur along the Interstate 90 corridor to 
  near Red Wing. 

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...3 to 6 inches through the 
  afternoon and evening hours, with the heaviest totals along 
  the Iowa border. 

* WINDS/VISIBILITY...North 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 mph 
  resulting in considerable blowing snow and possible whiteout 
  conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

WIZ016-024>028-250300-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
Rusk-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Ladysmith, River Falls, Prescott, 
Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
1247 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Moderate to heavy snow will continue through the 
  day...with the heavier accumulation this morning around Eau 
  Claire. 

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...3 to 6 inches are expected 
  through the evening hours, with the highest totals from near 
  Red Wing to Eau Claire. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph resulting in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight...
food...and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

WIZ015-023-250300-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
Barron-St. Croix-
Including the cities of Rice Lake and Hudson
1247 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* TIMING...Periods of snow expected today...ending this evening.

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Up to 3 inches through this 
  evening, with the heaviest amounts in the southeast portions 
  of the county. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$

MNZ063-070-250000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0000Z/
Washington-Dakota-
Including the cities of Stillwater and Hastings
1247 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* TIMING...Snow will spread mainly across the southern portions 
  of the county today. 

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Up to 3 inches through this 
  afternoon, with the heaviest amounts in the southern portions 
  of the county. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$
847 
WWUS43 KMPX 242052
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
252 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...DIFFICULT TRAVEL CONDITIONS OVER FAR SOUTH CENTRAL MINNESOTA
AND INTO PORTIONS OF WEST CENTRAL WISCONSIN...

.A Winter Weather Advisory for Snow and Blowing Snow has been 
issued for much of south central and southeastern Minnesota into 
west central Wisconsin through 2 AM Saturday morning. The Blizzard
Warning and Winter Storm Warning have been cancelled.

Additional snow accumulations of up to 3 inches are expected the 
advisory area.

In addition, sustained wind speeds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts to
around 30 mph, are expected through the evening in the advisory
area. This may contribute to blowing and drifting snow, impacting
travel conditions.

MNZ077-078-084-085-092-093-250500-
/O.CAN.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
/O.EXB.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0800Z/
Rice-Goodhue-Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Faribault, Red Wing, Waseca, Owatonna, 
Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
252 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST SATURDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Weather Advisory for Snow and Blowing Snow, which is in 
effect until 2 AM CST Saturday. The Blizzard Warning has been 
cancelled.

* TIMING...Periods of light snow through this evening.

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Up to 3 inches through this
  evening. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 30 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means that 
visibilities will be limited due to a combination of falling and 
blowing snow. Use caution when traveling... especially in open 
areas.

&&

$$

MNZ083-091-242200-
/O.CAN.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-170225T0600Z/
Blue Earth-Martin-
Including the cities of Mankato and Fairmont
252 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has
cancelled the Blizzard Warning. 

$$

WIZ016-024>028-250500-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-170225T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0800Z/
Rusk-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Ladysmith, River Falls, Prescott, 
Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
252 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Weather Advisory for Snow and Blowing Snow, which is in 
effect until 2 AM CST Saturday. The Winter Storm Warning has been 
cancelled. 

* TIMING...Periods of light snow through this evening.

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Up to 3 inches through this
  evening. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 30 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means that 
visibilities will be limited due to a combination of falling and 
blowing snow. Use caution when traveling... especially in open 
areas.

&&

$$

MNZ063-242200-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0000Z/
Washington-
Including the city of Stillwater
252 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has
cancelled the Winter Weather Advisory. 

$$

MNZ070-WIZ015-023-250500-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170225T0800Z/
Dakota-Barron-St. Croix-
Including the cities of Hastings, Rice Lake, and Hudson
252 PM CST Fri Feb 24 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST
SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Periods of light snow through this evening.

* ADDITIONAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...Up to 3 inches through this
  evening. 

* WINDS...North 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 30 mph may result in 
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities...and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Twin Cities, MN issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 23, 4:27 AM CSTBlizzard WarningMPXBlue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Freeborn, Goodhue, Le Sueur and 6 more34 hr
Feb 23, 12:31 PM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryMPXCarver, Dakota, Faribault, Freeborn, Goodhue, Hennepin and 10 more35 hr

Nearby

Winter Storm Warnings in Wisconsin, 2017Winter 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.