Alert archive / North Dakota / Winter Storm Warnings in 2018
Winter Storm Warning 2, NWS Grand Forks, ND
NWS Grand Forks, ND issued this winter storm warning at Jan 10, 2018, 3:11 PM CST for 5 counties in North Dakota; Clay County, Wilkin County, Minnesota. It took effect at Jan 10, 2018, 6:00 PM CST. It was in force for 15 hr. 14 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
- Jan 10, 2018, 3:11 PM CST (21:11 UTC)
- In effect from
- Jan 10, 2018, 6:00 PM CST
- Expired
- Jan 11, 2018, 9:00 AM CST
- In force
- 15 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Grand Forks, ND
Counties Clay County, MN, Wilkin County, MN, Barnes County, ND, Cass County, ND, Ransom County, ND, Richland County, ND, Sargent County, ND
The radar
The Fargo/Grand Forks radar (KMVX), 108 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:17 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
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 11, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 0.8 | Fargo, ND | 24 HR SNOWFALL. |
| Jan 11, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 0.8 | Oxbow Nd 1 Sse, ND | COCORAHS STATION ND-CS-42, OXBOW ND 1 SSE. |
| Jan 11, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 1 | Lidgerwood, ND | 24 HR SNOWFALL. |
| Jan 11, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 1 | Mcleod, ND | 24 HR SNOWFALL. |
| Jan 11, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 1.1 | Sabin, MN | 24 HR SNOWFALL. |
| Jan 11, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 1.1 | West Fargo Nd 3.8 Sse, ND | COCORAHS STATION ND-CS-1, WEST FARGO ND 3.8 SSE. |
| Jan 11, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 1.3 | Havana, ND | 24 HR SNOWFALL. |
| Jan 11, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 1.3 | Lisbon, ND | 24 HR SNOWFALL. |
| Jan 11, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 2.4 | Casselton Nd 5 Sw, ND | COCORAHS STATION ND-CS-32, CASSELTON ND 5 SW. |
| Jan 11, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 4 | North River Nd 1 Sse, ND | COCORAHS STATION ND-CS-45, NORTH RIVER ND 1 SSE. |
| Jan 11, 8:00 AM CST | SNOW 1.6 | North River Nd 2 Ese, ND | COCORAHS STATION ND-CS-4, NORTH RIVER ND 2 ESE. |
| Jan 11, 8:00 AM CST | SNOW 2 | Fargo Nd 2 Ne, ND | COCORAHS STATION ND-CS-25, FARGO ND 2 NE. |
| Jan 11, 9:00 AM CST | SNOW 0.2 | Fairmount, ND | STORM TOTAL |
| Jan 11, 9:00 AM CST | SNOW 1 | Moorhead, MN | STORM TOTAL |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Aberdeen, SD (KABR), launched 12:00Z, 9.2 hours before the alert went out and 207 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1394 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 50 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- -37 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 32 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
569 WWUS43 KFGF 102111 WSWFGF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Grand Forks ND 311 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 MNZ003-029-NDZ038-039-049-052-053-111500- /O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0002.180111T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Clay-Wilkin-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland- Including the cities of Moorhead, Breckenridge, Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton 311 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on difficult travel conditions. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches are expected. Near blizzard conditions possible in open country. * WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe winter weather conditions are expected. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ022>024-027-028-030>032-040-111800- /O.CAN.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0002.180111T0000Z-180111T1800Z/ Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker- West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant- Including the cities of Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, Menahga, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, and Barrett 311 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the morning commute on Thursday. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches are expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ001-002-004-007-NDZ008-016-027-029-030-111800- /O.UPG.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KFGF.BZ.W.0001.180110T2111Z-180111T1500Z/ 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 311 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. Near zero visibility expected in open country within the Red River Valley. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches are expected. Travel will be very dangerous to impossible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause whiteout conditions in blowing snow. Significant drifting of the snow is likely. Cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. 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. $$ NDZ014-015-024-111800- /O.UPG.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1800Z/ /O.EXB.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Benson-Ramsey-Eddy- Including the cities of Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, and New Rockford 311 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches are expected. Near blizzard conditions possible in open country. * WHERE...Benson, Ramsey and Eddy Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ NDZ007-026-028-054-111500- /O.EXT.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Cavalier-Nelson-Griggs-Western Walsh County- Including the cities of Langdon, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin 311 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches are expected. Near blizzard conditions possible in open country. * WHERE...Cavalier, Nelson, Griggs and Western Walsh County Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ NDZ006-111500- /O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Towner- Including the city of Cando 311 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are expected. * WHERE...Towner County. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-111800- /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1800Z/ Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington- Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami- 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, and Bemidji 311 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions, including during the morning commute on Thursday. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest Minnesota. * WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$
3 follow-up statements
200 WWUS43 KFGF 110332 WSWFGF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Grand Forks ND 932 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 MNZ001-002-004-007-NDZ008-016-027-029-030-111500- /O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ West Polk-Norman-Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina- Eastern Walsh County-Grand Forks-Steele-Traill- Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland 932 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. Near zero visibility expected in open country within the Red River Valley. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. Travel will be very dangerous to impossible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause whiteout conditions in blowing snow. Significant drifting of the snow is likely. Cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ003-029-NDZ038-039-049-052-053-111500- /O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Clay-Wilkin-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland- Including the cities of Moorhead, Breckenridge, Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton 932 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on difficult travel conditions. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches are expected. Near blizzard conditions possible in open country. * WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ NDZ007-014-015-024-026-028-054-111500- /O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Griggs-Western Walsh County- Including the cities of Langdon, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin 932 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected. Near blizzard conditions possible in open country. * WHERE...Benson, Ramsey and Eddy Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ NDZ006-111500- /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Towner- Including the city of Cando 932 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 5 inches are expected. * WHERE...Towner County. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-111800- /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1800Z/ Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington- Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami- Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, and Bemidji 932 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions, including during the morning commute on Thursday. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest Minnesota. * WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ022>024-027-028-030>032-040-111800- /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-180111T1800Z/ 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 932 PM CST Wed Jan 10 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the morning commute on Thursday. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$
085 WWUS43 KFGF 110859 WSWFGF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Grand Forks ND 259 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 MNZ029-NDZ049-052-053-111500- /O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ /O.EXA.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Wilkin-Ransom-Sargent-Richland- Including the cities of Breckenridge, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton 259 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the morning commute. In addition, areas of poor visibility are expected, along with additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Wilkin County. In North Dakota, Ransom, Sargent and Richland Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ001-002-004-007-NDZ008-016-027-029-030-111500- /O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ 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 259 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. Travel will be very dangerous to impossible, including during the morning commute. Tree branches could fall as well. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches are expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause whiteout conditions in blowing snow. Significant drifting of the snow is likely. Cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. 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. $$ MNZ003-NDZ038-039-111500- /O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Clay-Barnes-Cass- Including the cities of Moorhead, Valley City, and Fargo 259 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions, including during the morning commute. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches are expected. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Clay County. In North Dakota, Barnes and Cass Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ NDZ007-014-015-024-026-028-054-111500- /O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Griggs-Western Walsh County- Including the cities of Langdon, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin 259 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions, including during the morning commute. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch are expected. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ NDZ006-111500- /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ Towner- Including the city of Cando 259 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the morning commute. In addition, areas of poor visibility are expected. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch are expected. * WHERE...Towner County. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-111800- /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1800Z/ Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington- Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami- 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, and Bemidji 259 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the morning commute. In addition, significant reductions in visibility are expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest Minnesota. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ022>024-027-028-030>032-040-111800- /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-180111T1800Z/ Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker- West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant- Including the cities of Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, Menahga, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, and Barrett 259 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the morning commute. In addition, significant reductions in visibility are expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ BP
247 WWUS43 KFGF 111448 WSWFGF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Grand Forks ND 848 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 MNZ003-NDZ038-039-112200- /O.EXP.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ /O.EXB.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.180111T1500Z-180111T2200Z/ Clay-Barnes-Cass- Including the cities of Moorhead, Valley City, and Fargo 848 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON... ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are expected. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Clay County. In North Dakota, Barnes and Cass Counties. * WHEN...Until mid-afternoon. Dangerous wind chills will continue through tonight. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means periods of blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ NDZ026-028-054-112200- /O.EXP.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ /O.EXB.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.180111T1500Z-180111T2200Z/ Nelson-Griggs-Western Walsh County- Including the cities of Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin 848 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON... ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the morning commute. In addition, areas of poor visibility are expected. * WHERE...Nelson, Griggs and Western Walsh County Counties. * WHEN...Until mid-afternoon. Dangerous wind chills will continue through tonight. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means periods of blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ NDZ007-014-015-024-121800- /O.EXP.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ /O.NEW.KFGF.WC.Y.0006.180111T1500Z-180112T1800Z/ Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy- Including the cities of Langdon, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, and New Rockford 848 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST FRIDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. The cold wind chills will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. Expect wind chills to range from 25 below zero to 40 below zero. * WHERE...Cavalier, Benson, Ramsey and Eddy Counties. * WHEN...Until noon Friday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy areas of blowing snow will remain through the mid-afternoon hours today. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will combine to create low wind chills. Frost bite and hypothermia can occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and gloves. $$ NDZ006-121800- /O.EXP.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1500Z/ /O.NEW.KFGF.WC.Y.0006.180111T1500Z-180112T1800Z/ Towner- Including the city of Cando 848 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST FRIDAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. The cold wind chills will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. Expect wind chills to range from 30 below zero to 40 below zero. * WHERE...Towner County. * WHEN...Until noon CST Friday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy areas of blowing snow will remain through the mid-afternoon hours today. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will combine to create low wind chills. Frost bite and hypothermia can occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and gloves. $$ MNZ001-002-004-007-NDZ008-016-027-029-030-111900- /O.EXT.KFGF.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T1900Z/ 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 848 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions occurring. Travel will be very dangerous to impossible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 1 PM CST this afternoon. Blowing snow reducing visibility will continue in open country through the afternoon hours. Dangerous wind chills will continue through tonight. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will cause whiteout conditions in blowing snow. Significant drifting of the snow is likely. Cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. 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. $$ MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-112200- /O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T2200Z/ Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington- Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami- Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, and Bemidji 848 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the morning commute. In addition, significant reductions in visibility are expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 4 PM CST this afternoon. Dangerous wind chills will continue through tonight. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ022>024-027-028-030>032-040-112200- /O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-180111T2200Z/ 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 848 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the morning commute. In addition, significant reductions in visibility are expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 4 PM CST this afternoon. Dangerous wind chills will continue through tonight. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means periods of blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$ MNZ029-NDZ049-052-053-112200- /O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-180111T2200Z/ Wilkin-Ransom-Sargent-Richland- Including the cities of Breckenridge, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton 848 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions. In addition, areas of poor visibility are expected. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Wilkin County. In North Dakota, Ransom, Sargent and Richland Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM CST this afternoon. Dangerous wind chills will continue through tonight. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause widespread blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means periods of blowing snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Grand Forks, ND issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 4:05 AM CST | Winter Storm Warning | FGF | Barnes, Benson, Cass, Cavalier, Eddy, Grand Forks and 10 more | 29 hr |
| Jan 10, 4:05 AM CST | Winter Weather Advisory | FGF | Barnes, Benson, Cass, Eddy, Grand Forks, Griggs and 10 more | 36 hr |
| Jan 10, 3:11 PM CST | Blizzard Warning | FGF | Cass, Grand Forks, Pembina, Steele, Traill, Walsh | 25 hr |
| Jan 10, 3:11 PM CST | Winter Weather Advisory | FGF | Becker, Clearwater, Grant, Hubbard, Mahnomen, Otter Tail and 1 more | 25 hr |
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Winter Storm Warnings in North Dakota, 2018Winter Storm Warnings in Minnesota, 2018Every winter storm warning in 2018
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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.