Winter Weather Advisory 9, NWS Twin Cities, MN

Anoka County, MN, Carver County, MN, Dakota County, MN, Douglas County, MN, Goodhue County, MN, Hennepin County, MN, McLeod County, MN, Meeker County, MN, Pope County, MN, Ramsey County, MN, Rice County, MN, Scott County, MN, Sherburne County, MN, Stearns County, MN, Stevens County, MN, Washington County, MN, Wright County, MN, Dunn County, WI, Eau Claire County, WI, Pepin County, WI, Pierce County, WI, Saint Croix County, WI

757 
WWUS43 KMPX 120925
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...HEAVY SNOW TODAY INTO MONDAY ACROSS PARTS OF CENTRAL AND 
SOUTHERN MINNESOTA AND WEST CENTRAL WISCONSIN...

.A winter storm warning is in effect Sunday afternoon through
Sunday night along the Minnesota River Valley in west central
Minnesota to the I-90 corridor in south central Minnesota. A
winter weather advisory is now in effect north of the warning up
to the I-94 corridor, including Alexandria, St Cloud, the Twin 
Cities metro, and Eau Claire.

Snowfall accumulations of 6 to 9 inches are expected within the
warning, with 3 to 6 inches anticipated within the advisory area.
Snow will begin moving into western Minnesota this morning, and
spread eastward to reach the Twin Cities and Eau Claire this
afternoon. The heaviest snow is expected this afternoon and 
evening, with snowfall slowly tapering off from northwest to 
southeast Sunday night into Monday morning.

MNZ077-121730-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1800Z-170313T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KMPX.WS.W.0003.170312T1800Z-170313T1800Z/
Rice-
Including the city of Faribault
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
1 PM CDT MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Storm Warning for Snow, which is in effect from 1 PM 
this afternoon to 1 PM CDT Monday. The Winter Weather Advisory is 
no longer in effect. 

* Snow will quickly move in after noon today, with the heaviest
  snow expected this afternoon into the evening. Snow will slowly
  taper off late tonight into Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions Sunday afternoon and 
  evening.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ054>057-064-065-067-073>075-082-091-121730-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0003.170312T1500Z-170313T1200Z/
Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-Yellow Medicine-Renville-
Sibley-Redwood-Brown-Nicollet-Watonwan-Martin-
Including the cities of Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, 
Granite Falls, Olivia, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St Peter,
St James, and Fairmont
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING
TO 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* Snow will quickly move in this morning, with the heaviest snow
  expected during the afternoon and evening. Snow will slowly 
  taper off after midnight Sunday night. 

* Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches are possible.

* Significant reductions in visibility are possible, along with
  patchy blowing snow. 

* Plan on difficult driving conditions.

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning for 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.

&&

$$

MNZ076-083>085-092-093-121730-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0003.170312T1800Z-170313T1800Z/
Le Sueur-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Le Sueur, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, 
Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 1 PM CDT MONDAY...

* Snow will quickly move in after noon, with the heaviest snow
  expected this afternoon into the evening. Snow will slowly taper
  off late tonight into Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches are possible.

* Significant reductions in visibility are possible, along with
  patchy blowing snow.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions.

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning for 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.

&&

$$

MNZ061>063-121730-
/O.EXB.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1800Z-170313T1500Z/
Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-
Including the cities of Blaine, St Paul, and Stillwater
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

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

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Weather Advisory for Snow, which is in effect from 1 PM 
this afternoon to 10 AM CDT Monday. 

* Snow will quickly move in during the early afternoon, with the
  heaviest snow expected this afternoon. Snow will slowly taper
  off after early Monday morning.  

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions this afternoon and 
  evening.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ051-121730-
/O.EXB.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1800Z-170313T1200Z/
Sherburne-
Including the city of Elk River
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

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

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Weather Advisory for Snow, which is in effect from 1 PM 
this afternoon to 7 AM CDT Monday. 

* Snow will quickly move in by early afternoon, with the heaviest
  snow expected this afternoon and evening. Snow will slowly taper
  off overnight and early Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions Sunday afternoon and
  evening.

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.

&&

$$

WIZ023-025-028-121730-
/O.EXB.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T2100Z-170313T1800Z/
St. Croix-Dunn-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Hudson, Menomonie, and Eau Claire
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
1 PM CDT MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Weather Advisory for Snow, which is in effect from 4 PM 
this afternoon to 1 PM CDT Monday. 

* Snow will move in during the afternoon hours with the heaviest
  snow expected this evening. Snow will slowly taper off after
  Monday morning.


* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions Sunday afternoon and
  evening.

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.

&&

$$

WIZ024-026-121730-
/O.EXA.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1800Z-170313T1800Z/
Pierce-Pepin-
Including the cities of River Falls, Prescott, and Durand
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

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

The National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen has issued
a Winter Weather Advisory for Snow, which is in effect from 1 PM 
this afternoon to 1 PM CDT Monday. 

* Snow will quickly move in this afternoon, with the heaviest snow
  expected during the afternoon into the evening. Snow will 
  slowly taper off late Sunday night into Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions Sunday afternoon and 
  evening.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ060-068>070-121730-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1800Z-170313T1500Z/
Hennepin-Carver-Scott-Dakota-
Including the cities of Minneapolis, Chaska, Shakopee, 
and Hastings
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 10 AM CDT MONDAY...

* Snow will quickly move in after noon, with the heaviest snow
  expected during this afternoon and evening. Snow will slowly 
  taper off late Sunday night into Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions Sunday afternoon and 
  evening.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ059-121730-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1800Z-170313T1200Z/
Wright-
Including the city of Monticello
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

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

* Snow will quickly move in after noon Sunday, with the heaviest 
  snow expected during Sunday afternoon into the evening. Snow 
  will slowly taper off late Sunday night into Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions Sunday afternoon and 
  evening.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ041-047>049-058-066-121730-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1500Z-170313T1200Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Meeker-McLeod-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, 
Litchfield, and Hutchinson
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS
MORNING TO 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* Snow will move in this morning, with the heaviest snow expected
  during the afternoon. Snow will slowly taper off after midnight tonight.

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions Sunday afternoon and 
  evening.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ078-121730-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1800Z-170313T1800Z/
Goodhue-
Including the city of Red Wing
425 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 1 PM CDT MONDAY...

* Snow will quickly move in this afternoon, with the heaviest snow
  expected during the afternoon into the evening. Snow will 
  slowly taper off late Sunday night into Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions Sunday afternoon and 
  evening.

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.

&&

$$

384 
WWUS43 KMPX 121559
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
1059 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...HEAVY SNOW TODAY INTO MONDAY ACROSS PARTS OF CENTRAL AND
SOUTHERN MINNESOTA AND WEST CENTRAL WISCONSIN...

.A winter storm warning remains in effect this afternoon through 
tonight along the Minnesota River Valley in west central 
Minnesota to the I-90 corridor in south central Minnesota. A 
winter weather advisory is in effect north of the warning up to 
the I-94 corridor, including Alexandria, St Cloud, the Twin Cities
metro, and Eau Claire.

Snowfall accumulations of 6 to 10 inches are expected within the 
warning, with 3 to 6 inches anticipated within the advisory area. 
Snow, heavy at times, will spread into south central Minnesota
this afternoon. Snow will move into the Twin Cities early this
afternoon, and Eau Claire by mid to late afternoon. The heaviest 
snow is expected this afternoon and evening, with snowfall rates
of around an inch an hour likely in the warning area. The snow
will slowly taper off from northwest to southeast tonight into 
Monday morning.

MNZ054>057-064-065-067-073>075-082-091-130000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170313T1200Z/
Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-Yellow Medicine-Renville-
Sibley-Redwood-Brown-Nicollet-Watonwan-Martin-
Including the cities of Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, 
Granite Falls, Olivia, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St Peter,
St James, and Fairmont
1059 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* The heaviest snow expected during the afternoon and evening.
  Snowfall rates around an inch an hour expected. Snow will slowly
  taper off after midnight.

* Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches are possible.

* Significant reductions in visibility are possible, along with 
  patchy blowing snow. 

* Plan on difficult driving conditions.

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning for 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.

&&

$$

MNZ076-077-083>085-092-093-130000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0003.170312T1800Z-170313T1800Z/
Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Le Sueur, Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, 
Owatonna, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
1059 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT MONDAY...

* Snow will develop early, with the heaviest snow expected this
  afternoon into the evening. Snowfall rates around an inch an 
  hour expected. Snow will slowly taper off late tonight into 
  Monday morning.

* Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches are possible.

* Significant reductions in visibility are possible, along with 
  patchy blowing snow. 

* Plan on difficult driving conditions.

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning for 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.

&&

$$

MNZ041-047>049-058-066-130000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-170313T1200Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Meeker-McLeod-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, 
Litchfield, and Hutchinson
1059 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

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

* Snow will move in this afternoon, with the heaviest snow
  expected during the afternoon. Snow will slowly taper off after
  midnight tonight. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions developing this afternoon 
  and evening. 

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>063-068>070-130000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1800Z-170313T1500Z/
Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver-Scott-Dakota-
Including the cities of Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater,
Chaska, Shakopee, and Hastings
1059 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT
MONDAY...

* Snow will quickly move in after noon, with the heaviest snow
  expected during this afternoon and evening. Snow will slowly
  taper off late tonight into Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions developing this afternoon
  and evening. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ051-059-130000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1800Z-170313T1200Z/
Sherburne-Wright-
Including the cities of Elk River and Monticello
1059 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

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

* Snow will quickly move in after noon Sunday, with the heaviest
  snow expected during Sunday afternoon into the evening. Snow
  will slowly taper off late tonight into Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions this afternoon and 
  evening. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ078-WIZ024-026-130000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T1800Z-170313T1800Z/
Goodhue-Pierce-Pepin-
Including the cities of Red Wing, River Falls, Prescott, 
and Durand
1059 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT
MONDAY...

* Snow will quickly move in this afternoon, with the heaviest snow
  expected during the afternoon into the evening. Snow will slowly
  taper off late tonight into Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions developing this afternoon 
  and evening. 

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.

&&

$$

WIZ023-025-028-130000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T2100Z-170313T1800Z/
St. Croix-Dunn-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Hudson, Menomonie, and Eau Claire
1059 AM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 1 PM CDT MONDAY...

* Snow will move in during the afternoon hours with the heaviest 
  snow expected this evening. Snow will slowly taper off after 
  Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions developing this afternoon 
  and evening. 

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.

&&

$$

173 
WWUS43 KMPX 122018
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
318 PM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...HEAVY SNOW CONTINUE ACROSS PARTS OF SOUTHERN MINNESOTA...WITH
SNOW SPREADING EAST INTO WISCONSIN...

.A winter storm warning remains in effect through tonight along 
the Minnesota River Valley in west central Minnesota to the I-90 
corridor in south central Minnesota. A winter weather advisory is 
in effect north of the warning up to the I-94 corridor, including 
Alexandria, St Cloud, the Twin Cities metro, and Eau Claire.

Snowfall accumulations of 6 to 11 inches are expected within the 
warning, with 3 to 6 inches anticipated within the advisory area. 
Snow, heavy at times, will continue to spread over south central 
Minnesota tonight. Moderate snow will move across the Twin Cities
and toward Eau Claire by evening. The heaviest snow is expected 
to continue into the evening, with snowfall rates of around an 
inch or two an hour likely in the warning area. The snow will 
slowly taper off from northwest to southeast tonight into Monday 
morning.

MNZ054>057-064-065-067-073>075-082-091-130430-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170313T1200Z/
Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-Yellow Medicine-Renville-
Sibley-Redwood-Brown-Nicollet-Watonwan-Martin-
Including the cities of Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, 
Granite Falls, Olivia, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St Peter,
St James, and Fairmont
318 PM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* The heaviest snow expected into the evening. Snowfall rates
  around an inch an hour expected. Snow will slowly taper off
  after midnight. 

* Total snow accumulations of 6 to 11 inches are possible.

* Significant reductions in visibility are possible, along with 
  patchy blowing snow. 

* Plan on difficult driving conditions.

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning for 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.

&&

$$

MNZ076-077-083>085-092-093-130430-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170313T1800Z/
Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Le Sueur, Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, 
Owatonna, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
318 PM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT MONDAY...

* Snow...heavy at time will continue. Snowfall rates around an inch
  an hour expected. Snow will slowly taper off late tonight into 
  Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 6 to 11 inches are possible.

* Significant reductions in visibility are possible, along with 
  patchy blowing snow. 

* Plan on difficult driving conditions.

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning for 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.

&&

$$

MNZ041-047>049-051-058-059-066-130430-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-170313T1200Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Sherburne-Meeker-Wright-McLeod-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, 
Elk River, Litchfield, Monticello, and Hutchinson
318 PM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

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

* Snow will gradually taper off after midnight.

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions developing this afternoon 
  and evening. 

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>063-068>070-130430-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-170313T1500Z/
Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver-Scott-Dakota-
Including the cities of Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater,
Chaska, Shakopee, and Hastings
318 PM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT
MONDAY...

* Snow will continue, with the heaviest snow expected this
  evening. Snow will slowly taper off late tonight.

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions developing this afternoon 
  and evening. 

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.

&&

$$

WIZ023-025-028-130430-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.170312T2100Z-170313T1800Z/
St. Croix-Dunn-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Hudson, Menomonie, and Eau Claire
318 PM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT
MONDAY...

* Snow will continue with the heaviest snow expected this evening.
  Snow will slowly taper off Monday morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions developing this afternoon 
  and evening. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ078-WIZ024-026-130430-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-170313T1800Z/
Goodhue-Pierce-Pepin-
Including the cities of Red Wing, River Falls, Prescott, 
and Durand
318 PM CDT Sun Mar 12 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT
MONDAY...

* Snow will continue...with the heaviest snow likely this 
  evening. Snow will slowly taper off late tonight into Monday 
  morning. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions developing this afternoon 
  and evening. 

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.

&&

$$

262 
WWUS43 KMPX 130820
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
320 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...Snow ending overnight...

.Snow will continue to taper off during the overnight hours. A 
winter storm warning remains in effect overnight along the 
Minnesota River Valley in west central Minnesota to the I-90 
corridor in south central Minnesota. A winter weather advisory
remains in effect north of the warning area up to the I-94 
corridor, including Alexandria, St Cloud, the Twin Cities metro, 
and Eau Claire.

Snowfall accumulations range from 6 to 10 inches in the warning
area, with 3 to 6 inches in the advisory area. Mainly light snow
is expected overnight, although travel conditions will remain
hazardous across much of the area. 

MNZ076-077-083>085-092-093-131500-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170313T1500Z/
Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Le Sueur, Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, 
Owatonna, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
320 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT THIS
MORNING...

* Snow will slowly taper off late tonight into this morning.

* Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions.

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning for 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.

&&

$$

MNZ054>057-064-065-067-073>075-082-091-131200-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170313T1200Z/
Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-Yellow Medicine-Renville-
Sibley-Redwood-Brown-Nicollet-Watonwan-Martin-
Including the cities of Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, 
Granite Falls, Olivia, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St Peter,
St James, and Fairmont
320 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT THIS
MORNING...

* Snow will continue to taper off overnight. 

* Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches are possible.

* Significant reductions in visibility are possible, along with 
  patchy blowing snow. 

* Plan on difficult driving conditions.

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning for 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.

&&

$$

MNZ060>063-068>070-WIZ023-025-131200-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-170313T1200Z/
Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver-Scott-Dakota-St. Croix-
Dunn-
Including the cities of Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater,
Chaska, Shakopee, Hastings, Hudson, and Menomonie
320 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

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

* Snow will taper off overnight. 

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ078-WIZ024-026-028-131500-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-170313T1500Z/
Goodhue-Pierce-Pepin-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Red Wing, River Falls, Prescott, Durand, 
and Eau Claire
320 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT THIS
MORNING...

* Snow will continue to taper off overnight into Monday morning.

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ041-047>049-051-058-059-066-131200-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-170313T1200Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Sherburne-Meeker-Wright-McLeod-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, 
Elk River, Litchfield, Monticello, and Hutchinson
320 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

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

* Snow will taper off overnight.

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions. 

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.

&&

$$

688 
WWUS43 KMPX 131151
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
651 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...SNOW ENDING THIS MORNING...

.Snow will continue to taper off this morning. A winter storm 
warning remains in effect until 10 AM for parts of south central
Minnesota, including Mankato, Albert Lea, and Owatonna. A winter 
weather advisory remains in effect for a portion of east central 
Minnesota into west central Wisconsin, including Red Wing and Eau 
Claire. 

Snowfall accumulations range from 6 to 10 inches in the warning
area, with 3 to 6 inches in the advisory area. Although snow is
tapering off, travel conditions may remain hazardous across much 
of the area.

MNZ054>057-064-065-067-073>075-082-091-131300-
/O.EXP.KMPX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170313T1200Z/
Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-Yellow Medicine-Renville-
Sibley-Redwood-Brown-Nicollet-Watonwan-Martin-
Including the cities of Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, 
Granite Falls, Olivia, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St Peter,
St James, and Fairmont
651 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM CDT THIS MORNING...

Light snow will continue to taper off this morning.

$$

MNZ041-047>049-051-058>063-066-068>070-WIZ023-025-131300-
/O.EXP.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-170313T1200Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Sherburne-Meeker-Wright-Hennepin-
Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-McLeod-Carver-Scott-Dakota-St. Croix-Dunn-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, 
Elk River, Litchfield, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, 
Stillwater, Hutchinson, Chaska, Shakopee, Hastings, Hudson, 
and Menomonie
651 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM CDT THIS MORNING...

Light snow will continue to taper off this morning.

$$

MNZ076-077-083>085-092-093-131500-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170313T1500Z/
Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Le Sueur, Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, 
Owatonna, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
651 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT THIS
MORNING...

* Snow will slowly taper off this morning.

* Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions.

Precautionary/Preparedness actions...

A winter storm warning for 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.

&&

$$

MNZ078-WIZ024-026-028-131500-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-170313T1500Z/
Goodhue-Pierce-Pepin-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Red Wing, River Falls, Prescott, Durand, 
and Eau Claire
651 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT THIS
MORNING...

* Snow will continue to taper off this morning.

* Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.

* Plan on difficult driving conditions.

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.

&&

$$

693 
WWUS43 KMPX 131419
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
919 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...Winter storm warning and advisories have ended...

.Snow has ended across the region, but roads are still slippery in
spots to travel with care.

MNZ076-077-083>085-092-093-131530-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-170313T1500Z/
Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Le Sueur, Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, 
Owatonna, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
919 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

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

$$

MNZ078-WIZ024-026-028-131530-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-170313T1500Z/
Goodhue-Pierce-Pepin-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Red Wing, River Falls, Prescott, Durand, 
and Eau Claire
919 AM CDT Mon Mar 13 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

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

$$

jrb

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
552 PM CST Sat Mar 11 2017

.SHORT TERM...(This evening through Sunday)
Issued at 345 PM CST Sat Mar 11 2017

Although confidence has increased enough to warrant a winter storm
warning along and southwest of the Minnesota River Valley, there
remains uncertainty on how much the drier air will play a role
during the onset of snow on Sunday. First, there is no question
that most of central and southern Minnesota, and west central
Wisconsin will see light snow before Monday afternoon. The main
question is how fast does the very dry air mass overhead begin to
saturate the low levels of the atmosphere and allow snow to fall
to the surface. Dew points this afternoon are slightly higher
than yesterday, but humidity levels remain very dry in the 20-30%
range in the boundary layer. Just as a previous winter storm that
had a very sharp gradient of where the snow fell, to nearly
nothing on the northwest side, this system has similar
characteristics. However, the orientation of the sharp snow line
is different. Another aspect to this storm is the relatively
short period of strengthening Sunday before the main forcing moves
south/southeast of Minnesota by Sunday night. This forcing is
associated with a strong thermal gradient oriented from west
central to south central Minnesota Sunday morning, through Sunday
afternoon. This is where the best frontogenesis, omega and the
dendritic growth zone coincide.

Initially the dry air mass needs to saturate which might be
easier in southwest Minnesota due to the current system leaving
behind some moisture in the boundary layer. However, further to
the east/northeast the air mass may take a few hours to saturate
leading to lower confidence on snowfall amounts. The dendritic
zone does last longer further to the east across south
central/east central Minnesota Sunday afternoon, but the forcing
is weaker and may hold off on accumulating snowfall until the late
afternoon. Another aspect to this storm is the concern with
snowfall ratios which initially will be 18/20-1 in eastern
Minnesota, to 15/17-1 in southwest Minnesota. These numbers will
rise during the day, so the combination of snowfall ratios and qpf
amounts will be critical on snowfall totals, especially Sunday as
the atmosphere saturates in the boundary layer.

.LONG TERM...(Sunday night through Saturday)
Issued at 330 PM CST Sat Mar 11 2017

Longer term concerns remain placement of the heavier snow band and
overall headline resolution.

Model trends indicate heavier snow will be ongoing over south
central MN during the evening. Best vertical velocity in the
dendritic growth zone remains over the southwest metro by late
afternoon and shifts into south central MN mainly after 00z Mon. We
do feel model qpf may be a bit high...especially on the NAM...which
also seems to shift heavier snow band farther to the northeast.
Also...adjusted the SLR values during the evening as well... with
18t to 20:1 a bit high when compared with the COBB and other model
trends...especially to the south.  A more 14-17:1 ratio looks be
better here. Meanwhile...the 12z GFS holds onto its snow band
placement...mainly to the southwest. Looking at the GEFS probability
trends last few runs...they have shown pretty good continuity with
the >6 inches snow accumulation in 24hrs...which places it along the
Minnesota River Valley region. Still have time to monitor one last
model run to finalize over all headlines. The bulk of the snow
should occur before 12z Monday across the area...with some lingering
light snow possible over the eastern cwa Monday morning. Wind
concerns appear minor at this time with wind gusts around 20 to 25
mph expected at the tail end of the accumulating snow.

We see cooler air to follow the system through Wednesday with a
gradual warming trend...above normal into next weekend. The
deterministic runs diverge some on how much warm air lifts northeast
into the area...ahead of the next trough.  It looks warm enough for
at least a rain/snow mix...if not all rain developing during the day
Friday the surface cold front.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 00Z TAFS through 00Z Sunday evening)
Issued at 552 PM CST Sat Mar 11 2017

Model agreement is quite high with snow coming in Sunday, with one
thing of note being that the hrrr is coming in an hour or two
slower than the GFS/NAM, which makes sense given very dry initial
airmass. As a result, not much was changed with existing TAFs
other than to delay snow onset an hour or two. Heaviest snow still
expected at RWF, with vis 1/4sm or less in snow at times possible
there 18-22z. All other terminals look to only drop as low as
3/4sm in snow with heaviest snow running down the MN River toward
AEL.

KMSP...High confidence in forecast, including with arrival of
snowfall Sunday. Expect snow to start within 90 minutes of what
current TAF has. Only thing that may be different is we may come
out the gate with 1sm vsby as opposed to current MVFR vis
indicated. Heaviest snow, with rates between 3/4" and 1" per hour
expected between 20z and 1z. These kind of rates will likely
necessitate an AWW as the event draws closer. Expecting snow
totals in the ballpark of 4" at MSP with this event.

/OUTLOOK FOR KMSP/
Mon...MVFR/IFR with -sn early, then VFR. Wind bcmg N 5-10 kts.
Tue...VFR. Wind NE 5 kts.
Wed...VFR. Wind becoming S 5-10 kts.

&&

.MPX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
WI...None.
MN...Winter Storm Watch from Sunday afternoon through Monday
     afternoon for MNZ059-060-068>070-076>078-083>085-092-093.

     Winter Storm Watch from Sunday morning through Monday morning
     for MNZ047>049-055>058-065>067-075.

     Winter Storm Warning from 10 AM Sunday to 7 AM CDT Monday for
     MNZ054-064-073-074-082-091.

&&

SHORT TERM...JLT
LONG TERM...DWE
AVIATION...MPG

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
349 PM CST Sat Mar 11 2017

MNZ041>045-047>070-073>078-082>085-091>093-WIZ014>016-023>028-
122200-
Douglas-Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-
Benton-Sherburne-Isanti-Chisago-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-
Kandiyohi-Meeker-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-
Yellow Medicine-Renville-McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Scott-Dakota-
Redwood-Brown-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Goodhue-Watonwan-Blue Earth-
Waseca-Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-Polk-Barron-Rusk-
St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Eau Claire-
349 PM CST Sat Mar 11 2017

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central and
southern Minnesota...and west central Wisconsin.

.DAY ONE...tonight

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday

Confidence is high that snow will develop in west central and
southwest Minnesota after sunrise Sunday. Please see the latest
winter storm headlines on specific details.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters and snowfall observers are urged to report snowfall
amounts to the National Weather Service.

jlt