Alert archive / North Dakota / Blizzard Warnings in 2018

Blizzard Warning 4, NWS Grand Forks, ND

December 31, 20186 counties in Minnesota; 10 counties in North Dakota

NWS Grand Forks, ND issued this blizzard warning at Dec 31, 2018, 4:27 AM CST for 6 counties in Minnesota; 10 counties in North Dakota. It was in force for 14 hr. 10 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 31, 2018, 4:27 AM CST (10:27 UTC)
Expired
Dec 31, 2018, 6:00 PM CST
In force
14 hr
Issued by
NWS Grand Forks, ND

Counties Clay County, MN, Kittson County, MN, Marshall County, MN, Norman County, MN, Polk County, MN, Wilkin County, MN, Barnes County, ND, Cass County, ND, Grand Forks County, ND, Pembina County, ND, Ransom County, ND, Richland County, ND, Sargent County, ND, Steele County, ND, Traill County, ND, Walsh County, ND

The radar

The Fargo/Grand Forks radar (KMVX), 21 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 10:29 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 31, 6:00 AM CSTBLIZZARDCavalier, NDWHITEOUT CONDITIONS PRIOR TO SUNRISE ACROSS PEMBINA COUNTY.
Dec 31, 6:00 AM CSTBLIZZARDFargo, NDONE QUARTER MILE VISIBILITY AND 36 MPH WINDS AT FARGO AIRPORT.
Dec 31, 6:30 AM CSTBLIZZARDSabin, MNBLIZZARD CONDITIONS REPORTED WITH ESTIMATED 40 MPH WINDS.
Dec 31, 6:45 AM CSTBLIZZARD1 N Arvilla, NDWHITEOUT CONDITIONS ALONG HIGHWAY 2 BETWEEN TURTLE RIVER STATE PARK AND JUST WEST OF GRAND FORKS AFB.
Dec 31, 7:55 AM CSTBLIZZARDGwinner, NDONE QUARTER MILE VISIBILITY OR LESS WITH 38 MPH WINDS.
Dec 31, 8:18 AM CSTBLIZZARDMoorhead, MNONE QUARTER MILE VISIBILITY WITH 44 MPH WINDS
Dec 31, 8:18 AM CSTBLIZZARDMoorhead, MNONE QUARTER MILE VISIBILITY WITH 44 MPH WINDS.
Dec 31, 9:59 AM CSTBLIZZARD4 W Campbell, MNWHITEOUT CONDITIONS VIA MN DOT SNOWPLOW CAMERAS ALONG HIGHWAY 75.
Dec 31, 10:02 AM CSTBLIZZARD2 E Fisher, MNWHITEOUT CONDITIONS VIA MN DOT SNOWPLOW CAMERAS ALONG HIGHWAY 2. ALSO REPORTED THAT NUMEROUS CARS ARE IN THE DITCH BETWEEN EAST GRAND FORKS AND CROOKSTON.
Dec 31, 10:37 AM CSTBLIZZARD1 W Wahpeton, NDWHITEOUT CONDITIONS REPORTED ALONG HIGHWAY 13 JUST WEST OF WAHPETON. REPORT RECEIVED VIA TWITTER.

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 00:00Z, 10.5 hours before the alert went out and 279 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 00:00Z on 2018-12-31Temperature 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 00:00Z on 2018-12-31The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 10 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 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
513 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
45 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
10 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
26 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

797 
WWUS43 KFGF 311027
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

MNZ002-NDZ029-030-011800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.BZ.W.0004.181231T1027Z-181231T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1800Z-190101T1800Z/
Norman-Steele-Traill-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Finley, Hope, 
Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON CST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Very cold wind chills expected. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero 
  expected.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Norman County. In North Dakota, Steele 
  and Traill Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until noon CST today. For the 
  Wind Chill Advisory, from noon today to noon CST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 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. 

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. 

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

&&

$$

MNZ003-029-NDZ038-039-049-052-053-011800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.BZ.W.0004.181231T1027Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.190101T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Clay-Wilkin-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Moorhead, Breckenridge, Valley City, 
Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, 
and Wahpeton
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Very cold wind chills expected. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota and southeast North 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to noon 
  CST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 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. 

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. 

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

&&

$$

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ008-016-027-011800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-181231T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.BZ.W.0004.181231T1027Z-181231T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1800Z-190101T1800Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina-Eastern Walsh County-
Grand Forks-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla,
Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, 
and Grand Forks
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Very cold wind chills expected. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast North 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until noon CST today. For the 
  Wind Chill Advisory, from noon today to noon CST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 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. 

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. 

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

&&

$$

NDZ028-011800-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-181231T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1800Z-190101T1800Z/
Griggs-
Including the city of Cooperstown
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON CST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Light snow, mixed with freezing drizzle at times 
  tonight. Snowfall of 1 to 3 inches. North winds gusting to 40 
  mph Monday causing widespread blowing snow. Wind chills of 25 
  to 40 below zero Monday night into Tuesday morning.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon CST today. 
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, from noon today to noon CST 
  Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

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. 

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. 

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

&&

$$

MNZ022-023-027-028-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.190101T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Mahnomen-South Clearwater-West Becker-East Becker-
Including the cities of Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, 
Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, 
Upper Rice Lake, Detroit Lakes, and Wolf Lake
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Light snow, mixed with freezing drizzle at times 
  tonight. Snowfall of 1 to 3 inches. North winds gusting to 40 
  mph Monday causing widespread blowing snow. Wind chills of 25 
  to 40 below zero Monday night into Tuesday morning.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Tonight thru Tuesday morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

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. 

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. 

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

&&

$$

MNZ024-030>032-040-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.190101T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Hubbard-West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-
Including the cities of Park Rapids, Fergus Falls, Perham, 
New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, 
Menahga, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, and Barrett
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow developing tonight ending Monday midday. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. North winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph Monday over west central Minnesota 
  with widespread blowing snow. Wind chills as low as 35 below 
  zero expected Monday night into Tuesday morning.

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

* WHEN...Tonight into Tuesday morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

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. 

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. 

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

&&

$$

MNZ013>015-NDZ007-026-054-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-181231T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1800Z-190101T1800Z/
Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-Cavalier-Nelson-
Western Walsh County-
Including the cities of Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, 
Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, Langdon, Lakota, Mcville, 
Aneta, Tolna, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
TODAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Light snow and freezing drizzle this evening, then 
  increasing north winds overnight into Monday morning with 
  blowing snow. Wind gusts to 40 mph. Wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero expected Monday afternoon into Tuesday morning.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast North 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...Tonight into Tuesday morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

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. 

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. 

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

&&

$$

NDZ006-014-015-024-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Towner-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, and New Rockford
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Ramsey, Benson, Towner and Eddy Counties.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon CST Tuesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

MNZ005-008-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1800Z-190101T1800Z/
Roseau-East Marshall-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, 
Middle River, and Grygla
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...East Marshall and Roseau Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Monday to noon CST Tuesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

MNZ006-009-016-017-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.190101T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, and Bemidji
427 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON CST TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Lake Of The Woods, North Beltrami, North Clearwater 
  and South Beltrami Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to noon CST Tuesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$
4 follow-up statements
614 
WWUS43 KFGF 311309
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
709 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

MNZ001-002-004-007-NDZ008-016-027-029-030-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-181231T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1800Z-190101T1800Z/
West Polk-Norman-Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina-
Eastern Walsh County-Grand Forks-Steele-Traill-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, 
Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, 
St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, Finley, Hope, 
Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
709 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Very cold wind chills expected. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero 
  expected.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Norman County. In North Dakota, Steele 
  and Traill Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until noon CST today. For the 
  Wind Chill Advisory, from noon today to noon CST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 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.

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.

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

&&

$$

MNZ003-029-NDZ038-039-049-052-053-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.190101T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Clay-Wilkin-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Moorhead, Breckenridge, Valley City, 
Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, 
and Wahpeton
709 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Very cold wind chills expected. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota and southeast North 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to noon 
  CST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 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.

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.

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

&&

$$

MNZ022-023-027-028-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.190101T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Mahnomen-South Clearwater-West Becker-East Becker-
Including the cities of Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, 
Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, 
Upper Rice Lake, Detroit Lakes, and Wolf Lake
709 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snowfall of 1 to 2 inches. North winds gusting to 40 mph
  causing widespread blowing snow. Wind chills of 25 to 40 below
  zero today into Tuesday morning.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Today thru Tuesday morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

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.

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.

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

&&

$$

MNZ024-030>032-040-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.190101T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Hubbard-West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-
Including the cities of Park Rapids, Fergus Falls, Perham, 
New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, 
Menahga, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, and Barrett
709 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow developing tonight ending Monday midday. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. North winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph Monday over west central Minnesota 
  with widespread blowing snow. Wind chills as low as 35 below 
  zero expected Monday night into Tuesday morning.

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

* WHEN...Today into Tuesday morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

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.

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.

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

&&

$$

MNZ013>015-NDZ007-026-028-054-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-181231T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1800Z-190101T1800Z/
Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-Cavalier-Nelson-Griggs-
Western Walsh County-
Including the cities of Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, 
Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, Langdon, Lakota, Mcville, 
Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
709 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
TODAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Light snow ending with north winds gusting to 40 mph.
  Blowing snow reducing visibilities down to a half mile at times.
  Wind chills as low as 40 below zero expected today into Tuesday
  morning.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast North 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...Today into Tuesday morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

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.

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.

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

&&

$$

NDZ006-014-015-024-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Towner-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, and New Rockford
709 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Ramsey, Benson, Towner and Eddy Counties.

* WHEN...Now to noon CST Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-008-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1800Z-190101T1800Z/
Roseau-East Marshall-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, 
Middle River, and Grygla
709 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...East Marshall and Roseau Counties.

* WHEN...From noon today to noon CST Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

MNZ006-009-016-017-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.190101T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, and Bemidji
709 AM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON CST TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Lake Of The Woods, North Beltrami, North Clearwater 
  and South Beltrami Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM today to noon CST Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$
780 
WWUS43 KFGF 311801
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1201 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

MNZ001-002-004-007-NDZ008-016-027-029-030-011800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-181231T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0032.181231T1801Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
West Polk-Norman-Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina-
Eastern Walsh County-Grand Forks-Steele-Traill-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, 
Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, 
St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, Finley, Hope, 
Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
1201 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Blowing snow and very cold wind chills. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the 
  morning or evening commute. The dangerously cold wind chills 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that
visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow
around. Use caution when traveling, especially in open areas. 

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. 

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

&&

$$

MNZ022>024-027-028-030>032-040-011800-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1801Z-190101T1800Z/
Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-
West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-
Including the cities of Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, 
Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, 
Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, 
Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, 
Battle Lake, Wadena, Menahga, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman,
and Barrett
1201 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

MNZ013>015-NDZ007-026-028-054-011800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-181231T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-Cavalier-Nelson-Griggs-
Western Walsh County-
Including the cities of Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, 
Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, Langdon, Lakota, Mcville, 
Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
1201 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

MNZ003-029-NDZ038-039-049-052-053-011800-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1801Z-190101T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
Clay-Wilkin-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Moorhead, Breckenridge, Valley City, 
Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, 
and Wahpeton
1201 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions and very cold wind chills. Winds 
  gusting as high as 45 mph. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota and southeast North 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Widespread blowing snow could 
  significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold wind chills 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 
  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. 

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. 

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

&&

$$

MNZ006-009-016-017-011800-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.181231T1801Z-190101T1800Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, and Bemidji
1201 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Lake Of The Woods, North Beltrami, North Clearwater 
  and South Beltrami Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

MNZ005-008-NDZ006-014-015-024-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Roseau-East Marshall-Towner-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, 
Middle River, Grygla, Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, and New Rockford
1201 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast North 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$
115 
WWUS43 KFGF 312024
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
224 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

MNZ003-029-NDZ038-039-049-052-053-011800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WC.W.0004.181231T2024Z-190101T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
Clay-Wilkin-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Moorhead, Breckenridge, Valley City, 
Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, 
and Wahpeton
224 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills and blizzard conditions. 
  Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. Winds gusting as high as 
  45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota and southeast North 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. For 
  the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Widespread blowing snow could 
  significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the morning or evening commute. The dangerously 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Chill Warning means the combination of very cold air and
the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite
can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions
are not taken. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ001-002-004-007-NDZ008-016-027-029-030-011800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WC.W.0004.181231T2024Z-190101T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
West Polk-Norman-Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina-
Eastern Walsh County-Grand Forks-Steele-Traill-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, 
Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, 
St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, Finley, Hope, 
Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
224 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills and blowing snow. Wind 
  chills as low as 45 below zero. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM CST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly 
  reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the 
  morning or evening commute. The dangerously cold wind chills 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Chill Warning means the combination of very cold air and
the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite
can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions
are not taken. 

A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that
visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow
around. Use caution when traveling, especially in open areas. 

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

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-022>024-027-028-030>032-040-NDZ006-007-
014-015-024-026-028-054-011800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WC.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WC.W.0004.181231T2024Z-190101T1800Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-West Otter Tail-
East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-Towner-Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-
Nelson-Griggs-Western Walsh County-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, 
Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, Menahga, 
Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Cando, Langdon, 
Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, 
New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, 
Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
224 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and
  eastern North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* 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 Warning means the combination of very cold air and
the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite
can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions
are not taken. 

&&

$$
384 
WWUS43 KFGF 010000
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
600 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

MNZ029-NDZ053-011800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KFGF.WW.Y.0032.190101T0000Z-190101T0300Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Wilkin-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge and Wahpeton
600 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Blowing snow expected. 
  Wind chills as low as 40 below zero. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wilkin County. In North Dakota, Richland
  County. Blowing snow will continue to be an issue in local areas
  near the southern end of the Red River.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, until 9 PM CST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing snow, mainly near the Red
  River, could significantly reduce visibility for a while longer
  this evening. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Chill Warning means the combination of very cold air and
the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite
can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions
are not taken. 

A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that
visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow
around. Use caution when traveling, especially in open areas. 

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

&&

$$

MNZ003-NDZ038-039-049-052-011800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Clay-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-
Including the cities of Moorhead, Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, 
Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, and Rutland
600 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota and southeast North 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. 

* 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 Warning means the combination of very cold air and
the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite
can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions
are not taken. 

&&

$$

MNZ001-002-004-007-NDZ008-016-027-029-030-011800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WW.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-190101T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
West Polk-Norman-Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina-
Eastern Walsh County-Grand Forks-Steele-Traill-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, 
Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, 
St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, Finley, Hope, 
Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
600 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. 

* 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 Warning means the combination of very cold air and
the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite
can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions
are not taken. 

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-022>024-027-028-030>032-040-NDZ006-007-
014-015-024-026-028-054-011800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190101T1800Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-West Otter Tail-
East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-Towner-Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-
Nelson-Griggs-Western Walsh County-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, 
Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, Menahga, 
Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Cando, Langdon, 
Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, 
New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, 
Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
600 PM CST Mon Dec 31 2018

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and 
  eastern North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* 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 Warning means the combination of very cold air and
the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite
can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions
are not taken.

&&

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 31, 12:01 PM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryFGFKittson, Marshall, Norman, Polk6 hr
Dec 31, 2:24 PM CSTWind Chill WarningFGFBecker, Beltrami, Clay, Clearwater, Grant, Hubbard and 12 more19 hr

Nearby

Blizzard Warnings in North Dakota, 2018Blizzard Warnings in Minnesota, 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.