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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Bismarck, ND

December 26, 201810 counties in North Dakota

NWS Bismarck, ND issued this blizzard warning at Dec 26, 2018, 2:19 PM CST for 10 counties in North Dakota. It took effect at Dec 27, 2018, 12:00 PM CST. It was in force for 15 hr. 4 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
Dec 26, 2018, 2:19 PM CST (20:19 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 27, 2018, 12:00 PM CST
Expired
Dec 28, 2018, 3:29 AM CST
In force
15 hr
Issued by
NWS Bismarck, ND

Counties Dickey County, ND, Foster County, ND, Kidder County, ND, LaMoure County, ND, Logan County, ND, McIntosh County, ND, Pierce County, ND, Rolette County, ND, Stutsman County, ND, Wells County, ND

The radar

The Bismarck radar (KBIS), 117 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:24 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
Dec 27, 3:00 PM CSTBLIZZARDHarvey, NDCORRECTS THE DATE ON THE PREVIOUS BLIZZARD REPORT FROM HARVEY. BLIZZARD CONDITIONS REPORTED IN WELLS COUNTY BY THE LOCAL EMERGENCY MANAGER.
Dec 27, 4:00 PM CSTBLIZZARD2 Ne Jamestown, NDCORRECTS THE DATE ON THE PREVIOUS BLIZZARD REPORT FROM 2 NE JAMESTOWN. BLIZZARD CONDITIONS REPORTED AT JAMESTOWN ASOS.
Dec 27, 6:00 PM CSTBLIZZARD2 Nne Oakes, NDCORRECTS THE DATE ON THE PREVIOUS BLIZZARD REPORT FROM 2 NNE OAKES. AWOS STATION REPORTED BLIZZARD CONDITIONS FOR OVER 3 HOURS. EMERGENCY MANAGER IN DICKEY COUNTY ALSO REPORTED BLIZZARD CONDITIONS WITH ZERO VISIBILITY AT 313 PM CST.
Dec 27, 6:00 PM CSTBLIZZARDEdgeley, NDCORRECTS THE DATE ON THE PREVIOUS BLIZZARD REPORT FROM EDGELEY. BLIZZARD CONDITIONS REPORTED IN LAMOURE COUNTY BY THE LOCAL EMERGENCY MANAGER.

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

The nearest sounding before it

Bismarck Municip, ND (KBIS), launched 12:00Z, 8.3 hours before the alert went out and 113 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Bismarck Municip, ND at 12:00Z on 2018-12-26Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Bismarck Municip, ND at 12:00Z on 2018-12-26The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 117 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
582 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
49 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
117 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
178 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

511 
WWUS43 KBIS 262019
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
219 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

NDZ025-036-037-047-048-050-051-270430-
/O.NEW.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.181227T1800Z-181228T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, 
Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
219 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON THURSDAY TO 6 AM CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Heavy snow ongoing.
  Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Total snow
  accumulations of up to 13 inches expected. Winds Thursday
  afternoon through Thursday night will gust as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Foster, Kidder, Stutsman, Logan, La Moure, McIntosh and  
  Dickey counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Thursday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from noon Thursday to 6 AM CST 
  Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread
  blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The cold 
  wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are 
expected. 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. 

&&

$$

NDZ005-011>013-270430-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby
219 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

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

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 4 
  to 6 inches.

* WHERE...Rolette, Ward, McHenry and Pierce counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, 
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case 
of an emergency. 

&&

$$

NDZ018>021-033-041-044-270430-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Stark-Hettinger-Adams-
Including the cities of Killdeer, Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, 
Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, 
Dickinson, Mott, New England, and Hettinger
219 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /119 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 3 
  to 5 inches.

* WHERE...Dunn, Mercer, Oliver, McLean, Stark, Hettinger and 
  Adams counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, 
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case 
of an emergency. 

&&

$$

NDZ022-023-034-035-042-045-046-270430-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Wells-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Mandan, Bismarck, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, 
Selfridge, Solen, Linton, and Strasburg
219 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /119 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to
  5 inches. Blowing and drifting snow expected Thursday.

* WHERE...Sheridan, Wells, Morton, Burleigh, Grant, Sioux and 
  Emmons counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, 
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case 
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ031-032-040-043-270430-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T0600Z/
Golden Valley-Billings-Slope-Bowman-
Including the cities of Beach, Medora, Marmarth, and Bowman
119 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of up to 
  two inches.

* WHERE...Billings, Golden Valley, Bowman and Slope counties.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The
  hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

NDZ003-004-010-017-270430-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Mountrail-McKenzie-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
New Town, Stanley, Parshall, and Watford City
219 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /119 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches.

* WHERE...McKenzie, Mountrail, Renville and Bottineau counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The
  hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

KS/CS
12 follow-up statements
549 
WWUS43 KBIS 270036
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
636 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

NDZ025-036-037-047-048-050-051-270845-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.181227T1800Z-181228T1200Z/
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, 
Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
636 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON THURSDAY TO 6 AM
CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Heavy snow ongoing. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Total snow 
  accumulations of up to 13 inches expected. Winds Thursday 
  afternoon through Thursday night will gust as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Foster, Kidder, Stutsman, Logan, La Moure, McIntosh 
  and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Thursday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from noon Thursday to 6 AM CST 
  Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult if not
  impossible. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce
  visibility. Whiteout conditions with visibility less than 1/4
  mile at times is likely. The cold wind chills as low as 20 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as
  30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected. 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.

&&

$$

NDZ005-011>013-270845-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby
636 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

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

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 4 
  to 6 inches.

* WHERE...Rolette, Ward, McHenry and Pierce counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ018>021-033-041-044-270845-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Stark-Hettinger-Adams-
Including the cities of Killdeer, Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, 
Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, 
Dickinson, Mott, New England, and Hettinger
636 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /536 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 3 
  to 5 inches.

* WHERE...Dunn, Mercer, Oliver, McLean, Stark, Hettinger and 
  Adams counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ022-023-034-035-042-045-046-270845-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Wells-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Mandan, Bismarck, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, 
Selfridge, Solen, Linton, and Strasburg
636 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /536 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 3 
  to 5 inches. Blowing and drifting snow expected Thursday.

* WHERE...Sheridan, Wells, Morton, Burleigh, Grant, Sioux and 
  Emmons counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ031-032-040-043-270600-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T0600Z/
Golden Valley-Billings-Slope-Bowman-
Including the cities of Beach, Medora, Marmarth, and Bowman
536 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of up to 
  two inches.

* WHERE...Billings, Golden Valley, Bowman and Slope counties.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

NDZ003-004-010-017-270845-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Mountrail-McKenzie-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
New Town, Stanley, Parshall, and Watford City
636 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /536 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches.

* WHERE...McKenzie, Mountrail, Renville and Bottineau counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

JV
172 
WWUS43 KBIS 270205
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
805 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

NDZ031-032-040-043-270315-
/O.CAN.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T0600Z/
Golden Valley-Billings-Slope-Bowman-
Including the cities of Beach, Medora, Marmarth, and Bowman
705 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow has tapered off to light snow or flurries this evening.
Little to no additional snow accumulations are expected. Therefore
the winter weather advisory has been allowed to expire.

$$

NDZ025-036-037-047-048-050-051-271015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.181227T1800Z-181228T1200Z/
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, 
Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
805 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON THURSDAY TO 6 AM
CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Heavy snow ongoing. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Total snow 
  accumulations of up to 13 inches expected. Winds Thursday 
  afternoon through Thursday night will gust as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Foster, Kidder, Stutsman, Logan, La Moure, McIntosh 
  and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Thursday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from noon Thursday to 6 AM CST 
  Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult if not 
  impossible. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce 
  visibility. Whiteout conditions with visibility less than 1/4 
  mile at times is likely. The cold wind chills as low as 20 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected. 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.

&&

$$

NDZ005-011>013-271015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby
805 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

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

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 4 
  to 6 inches.

* WHERE...Rolette, Ward, McHenry and Pierce counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ018>021-033-041-044-271015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Stark-Hettinger-Adams-
Including the cities of Killdeer, Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, 
Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, 
Dickinson, Mott, New England, and Hettinger
805 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /705 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 3 
  to 5 inches.

* WHERE...Dunn, Mercer, Oliver, McLean, Stark, Hettinger and 
  Adams counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ022-023-034-035-042-045-046-271015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Wells-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Mandan, Bismarck, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, 
Selfridge, Solen, Linton, and Strasburg
805 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /705 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 3 
  to 5 inches. Blowing and drifting snow expected Thursday.

* WHERE...Sheridan, Wells, Morton, Burleigh, Grant, Sioux and 
  Emmons counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ003-004-010-017-271015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Mountrail-McKenzie-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
New Town, Stanley, Parshall, and Watford City
805 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /705 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches.

* WHERE...McKenzie, Mountrail, Renville and Bottineau counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

JV
568 
WWUS43 KBIS 270340
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
940 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

NDZ025-036-037-047-048-050-051-271145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.181227T1800Z-181228T1200Z/
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, 
Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
940 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON THURSDAY TO 6 AM
CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Heavy snow ongoing. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Total snow 
  accumulations of up to 13 inches expected. Winds Thursday 
  afternoon through Thursday night will gust as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Foster, Kidder, Stutsman, Logan, La Moure, McIntosh 
  and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Thursday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from noon Thursday to 6 AM CST 
  Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult if not 
  impossible. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce 
  visibility. Whiteout conditions with visibility less than 1/4 
  mile at times is likely. The cold wind chills as low as 20 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected. 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.

&&

$$

NDZ005-011>013-271145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, and Rugby
940 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018

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

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 8  
  inches.

* WHERE...Rolette, Ward, McHenry and Pierce counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ018>021-033-041-044-271145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Stark-Hettinger-Adams-
Including the cities of Killdeer, Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, 
Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, 
Dickinson, Mott, New England, and Hettinger
940 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /840 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Moderate to heavy snow ongoing. Total snow accumulations
  of 6 to 8 inches.

* WHERE...Dunn, Mercer, Oliver, McLean, Stark, Hettinger and 
  Adams counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ022-023-034-035-042-045-046-271145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Wells-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Mandan, Bismarck, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, 
Selfridge, Solen, Linton, and Strasburg
940 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /840 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Periods of light, moderate, and heavy snow through
  Thursday. Total snow accumulations of 7 to 10 inches. Blowing 
  and drifting snow expected Thursday.

* WHERE...Sheridan, Wells, Morton, Burleigh, Grant, Sioux and 
  Emmons counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ003-004-010-017-271145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Mountrail-McKenzie-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
New Town, Stanley, Parshall, and Watford City
940 PM CST Wed Dec 26 2018 /840 PM MST Wed Dec 26 2018/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches.

* WHERE...McKenzie, Mountrail, Renville and Bottineau counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

JV
206 
WWUS43 KBIS 271008
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
408 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

NDZ017-271115-
/O.CAN.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
McKenzie-
Including the city of Watford City
408 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /308 AM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow has ended across McKenzie County. The Advisory has been
cancelled. However, travel will remain hazardous through the 
morning.

$$

NDZ005-013-023-271815-
/O.EXA.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.181227T1800Z-181228T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
Rolette-Pierce-Wells-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Rugby, Harvey, and Fessenden
408 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 AM CST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard expected. Snow ongoing. Additional snow
  accumulations of an inch or two. Winds gusting as high as 50 
  mph this afternoon through tonight.

* WHERE...Rolette, Pierce and Wells counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST today. For 
  the Blizzard Warning, from noon today to 6 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be hazardous to dangerous.
  Blowing snow will reduce visibility to near zero in whiteout
  conditions. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

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. If you get 
stranded, stay with your vehicle. 

&&

$$

NDZ011-012-019>021-271800-
/O.EXT.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
Ward-McHenry-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-
Including the cities of Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, Beulah, 
Hazen, Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, 
and Turtle Lake
408 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /308 AM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST /11 AM MST/
TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of an inch or
  two.

* WHERE...Ward, McHenry, Mercer, Oliver, and McLean counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST /11 AM MST/ today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ025-036-037-047-048-050-051-271815-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.181227T1800Z-181228T1200Z/
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, 
Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
408 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 AM CST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard expected. Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow
  accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph
  this afternoon through tonight.

* WHERE...Foster, Kidder, Stutsman, Logan, La Moure, McIntosh 
  and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST today. For
  the Blizzard Warning, from noon today to 6 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very dangerous. Blowing 
  snow will reduce visibility to near zero in whiteout conditions.
  The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

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. If you get 
stranded, stay with your vehicle. 

&&

$$

NDZ018-033-041-044-271200-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Dunn-Stark-Hettinger-Adams-
Including the cities of Killdeer, Halliday, Dickinson, Mott, 
New England, and Hettinger
408 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /308 AM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST /5 AM
MST/ EARLY THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of less than
  one inch.

* WHERE...Dunn, Stark, Hettinger and Adams counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ022-034-035-042-045-046-271815-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton,
and Strasburg
408 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /308 AM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM
MST/ THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of an inch or
  two. Blowing and drifting snow this afternoon.

* WHERE...Sheridan, Morton, Burleigh, Grant, Sioux and Emmons 
  counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ003-004-271800-
/O.EXT.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
Renville-Bottineau-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, and Bottineau
408 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

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

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of an inch or
  two.

* WHERE...Renville and Bottineau counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The
  hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

NDZ010-271200-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Mountrail-
Including the cities of New Town, Stanley, and Parshall
408 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY
THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of less than
  one inch.

* WHERE...Mountrail County.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /5 AM MST/ this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The
  hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

Hollan
211 
WWUS43 KBIS 271206
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
606 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

NDZ018-033-041-044-271315-
/O.EXP.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Dunn-Stark-Hettinger-Adams-
Including the cities of Killdeer, Halliday, Dickinson, Mott, 
New England, and Hettinger
606 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /506 AM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

Snow has mostly ended across southwest North Dakota. However, 
travel will remain hazardous through the morning.

$$

NDZ010-271315-
/O.EXP.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T1200Z/
Mountrail-
Including the cities of New Town, Stanley, and Parshall
606 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Snow has mostly ended across northwest North Dakota. However, 
travel will remain hazardous through the morning.

$$

NDZ005-013-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-272015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.181227T1800Z-181228T1200Z/
Rolette-Pierce-Wells-Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-
McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Rugby, Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Tappen, 
Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, 
Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
606 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 AM CST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard expected. Snow ongoing. Additional snow 
  accumulations of an inch or two. Winds gusting as high as 50 
  mph this afternoon through tonight.

* WHERE...Along and east of Highway 3.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST today. For 
  the Blizzard Warning, from noon today to 6 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be hazardous to dangerous.
  Blowing snow will reduce visibility to near zero in whiteout
  conditions. Cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

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. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

&&

$$

NDZ011-012-019>021-271800-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
Ward-McHenry-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-
Including the cities of Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, Beulah, 
Hazen, Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, 
and Turtle Lake
606 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /506 AM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST /11 AM
MST/ TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of an inch 
  or two.

* WHERE...Ward, McHenry, Mercer, Oliver, and McLean counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST /11 AM MST/ today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ022-034-035-042-045-046-272015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton,
and Strasburg
606 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /506 AM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM
MST/ THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of an inch 
  or two. Blowing and drifting snow this afternoon.

* WHERE...Sheridan, Morton, Burleigh, Grant, Sioux and Emmons 
  counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

NDZ003-004-271800-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
Renville-Bottineau-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, and Bottineau
606 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
TODAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of an inch or
  less.

* WHERE...Renville and Bottineau counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

Hollan
934 
WWUS43 KBIS 271651
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1051 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

NDZ011-012-019>021-271800-
/O.CAN.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
Ward-McHenry-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-
Including the cities of Minot, Velva, Towner, Drake, Beulah, 
Hazen, Center, Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, 
and Turtle Lake
1051 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /951 AM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The severe winter conditions are no longer occurring, thus the
winter storm warning has been cancelled.

$$

NDZ003-004-271800-
/O.CAN.KBIS.WW.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
Renville-Bottineau-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, and Bottineau
1051 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winter weather conditions that prompted the winter weather
advisory are no longer occurring, thus the winter weather advisory
has been cancelled.

$$

NDZ005-013-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-280100-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.181227T1800Z-181228T1200Z/
Rolette-Pierce-Wells-Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-
McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Rugby, Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Tappen, 
Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, 
Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
1051 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard expected. Snow ongoing. Additional snow 
  accumulations of an inch or two. Winds gusting as high as 50 
  mph this afternoon through tonight.

* WHERE...Along and east of Highway 3.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST today. For 
  the Blizzard Warning, from noon today to 6 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be hazardous to dangerous. 
  Blowing snow will reduce visibility to near zero in whiteout 
  conditions. Cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

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. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

&&

$$

NDZ022-034-035-042-045-046-280000-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton,
and Strasburg
1051 AM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /951 AM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM
MST/ THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of an inch 
  or two. Blowing and drifting snow this afternoon.

* WHERE...Sheridan, Morton, Burleigh, Grant, Sioux and Emmons 
  counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

KS
673 
WWUS43 KBIS 271810
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1210 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

NDZ005-013-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-280215-
/O.EXP.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181227T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-181228T1200Z/
Rolette-Pierce-Wells-Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-
McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Rugby, Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Tappen, 
Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, 
Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
1210 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST FRIDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions ongoing. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 
  mph.

* WHERE...Along and east of Highway 3 which includes Rolette, 
  Pierce, Wells, Foster, Kidder, Stutsman, Logan, La Moure, 
  McIntosh and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...From noon today to 6 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions will be dangerous to near
  impossible. Blowing snow will reduce visibility to near zero in
  whiteout conditions. Cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 
  minutes.

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. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

&&

$$

NDZ022-034-035-042-045-046-280000-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton,
and Strasburg
1210 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /1110 AM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM
MST/ THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Blowing and drifting snow this afternoon. Periods of
  light snow with additional snow accumulations less than one 
  inch. 

* WHERE...Sheridan, Morton, Burleigh, Grant, Sioux and Emmons 
  counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

KS/JV
100 
WWUS43 KBIS 271900
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
100 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

NDZ005-013-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-280300-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-181228T1200Z/
Rolette-Pierce-Wells-Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-
McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Rugby, Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Tappen, 
Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, 
Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
100 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

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

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions ongoing. Additional snow  
  accumulations of up to 5 inches across the southern James River 
  Valley. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Along and east of Highway 3 which includes Rolette, 
  Pierce, Wells, Foster, Kidder, Stutsman, Logan, La Moure, 
  McIntosh and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...From noon today to 6 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions will be dangerous to 
  near impossible. Blowing snow will reduce visibility to near 
  zero in whiteout conditions. Cold wind chills as low as 20 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 30 minutes.

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. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

&&

$$

NDZ022-034-035-042-045-046-280000-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton,
and Strasburg
100 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /1200 PM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM
MST/ THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Blowing and drifting snow this afternoon. Periods of 
  light snow with additional snow accumulations less than one 
  inch.

* WHERE...Sheridan, Morton, Burleigh, Grant, Sioux and Emmons 
  counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

KS
295 
WWUS43 KBIS 271947
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
147 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

NDZ005-013-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-280400-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-181228T1200Z/
Rolette-Pierce-Wells-Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-
McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Rugby, Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Tappen, 
Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, 
Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
147 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

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

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions ongoing. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to 5 inches across the southern James 
  River Valley. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Along and east of Highway 3 which includes Rolette, 
  Pierce, Wells, Foster, Kidder, Stutsman, Logan, La Moure, 
  McIntosh and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions will be dangerous to 
  near impossible. Blowing snow will reduce visibility to near 
  zero in whiteout conditions. Cold wind chills as low as 30 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 30 minutes.

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. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

&&

$$

NDZ022-034-035-042-045-046-280000-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton,
and Strasburg
147 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /1247 PM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM
MST/ THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Blowing and drifting snow this afternoon. Periods of 
  light snow with additional snow accumulations less than one 
  inch.

* WHERE...Sheridan, Morton, Burleigh, Grant, Sioux and Emmons 
  counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

&&

$$

KS
763 
WWUS43 KBIS 280007
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
607 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

NDZ022-034-035-042-045-046-280115-
/O.EXP.KBIS.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-181228T0000Z/
Sheridan-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton,
and Strasburg
607 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018 /507 PM MST Thu Dec 27 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

The winter storm warning has expired. The snow has diminished or
ended across many areas of central North Dakota, and the winds 
are also slowly diminishing. 

Roads will still be snow covered and driving will be hazardous
tonight. Check the latest North Dakota Department of
Transportation road conditions before heading out. 

$$

NDZ005-013-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-280815-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-181228T1200Z/
Rolette-Pierce-Wells-Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-
McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Rugby, Harvey, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Tappen, 
Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, 
Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
607 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

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

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions ongoing. Additional snow
  accumulations of up to 1 inch across the southern James River 
  Valley. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Along and east of Highway 3 which includes Rolette, 
  Pierce, Wells, Foster, Kidder, Stutsman, Logan, La Moure, 
  McIntosh and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions will be dangerous to 
  near impossible. Blowing snow will reduce visibility to near 
  zero in whiteout conditions. Cold wind chills as low as 30 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 30 minutes.

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. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle.

&&

$$
waa
420 
WWUS43 KBIS 280402
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1002 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

NDZ005-013-023-281215-
/O.CAN.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-181228T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KBIS.WC.Y.0018.181228T0402Z-181228T1600Z/
Rolette-Pierce-Wells-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Rugby, Harvey, and Fessenden
1002 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST FRIDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 
  35 below zero expected.

* WHERE...Rolette, Pierce and Wells counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The dangerously cold wind chills could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will
combine to create low wind chills. Frostbite and hypothermia can
occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and
gloves. 

&&

$$

NDZ025-036-037-047-048-050-051-281200-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-181228T1200Z/
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, 
Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
1002 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

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

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions ongoing. Additional snow
  accumulations of up to one inch across the southern James River
  Valley. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast North Dakota.
  Generally east of North Dakota highway 3 and south of Highway
  200.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

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. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ004-012-022-281215-
/O.NEW.KBIS.WC.Y.0018.181228T0402Z-181228T1600Z/
Bottineau-McHenry-Sheridan-
Including the cities of Bottineau, Velva, Towner, Drake, 
Mcclusky, and Goodrich
1002 PM CST Thu Dec 27 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 
  35 below zero expected.

* WHERE...Bottineau, McHenry and Sheridan counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM CST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The dangerously cold wind chills could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will
combine to create low wind chills. Frostbite and hypothermia can
occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and
gloves. 

&&

$$
waa
239 
WWUS43 KBIS 280929
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
329 AM CST Fri Dec 28 2018

NDZ025-036-037-047-048-050-051-281030-
/O.CAN.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-181228T1200Z/
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, 
Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
329 AM CST Fri Dec 28 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Visibility was slowly improving since midnight as wind speeds were
slowly decreasing. Some blowing and drifting snow will continue
this morning but no where near what was happening earlier. The
blizzard warning is cancelled.

$$

NDZ004-005-012-013-022-023-281600-
/O.CON.KBIS.WC.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-181228T1600Z/
Bottineau-Rolette-McHenry-Pierce-Sheridan-Wells-
Including the cities of Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, 
Shell Valley, St. John, Velva, Towner, Drake, Rugby, Mcclusky, 
Goodrich, Harvey, and Fessenden
329 AM CST Fri Dec 28 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Wind chills as low as 30 below zero ongoing.

* WHERE...Bottineau, Rolette, McHenry, Pierce, Sheridan and Wells
  counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM CST this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...These wind chills could cause frostbite on
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will
combine to create low wind chills. Frostbite and hypothermia can
occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and
gloves. 

&&

$$

JP Martin

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Blizzard Warnings in North Dakota, 2018Every blizzard warning in 2018

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.