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Winter Storm Warning 9, NWS Twin Cities, MN

April 17, 20185 counties in Minnesota

NWS Twin Cities, MN issued this winter storm warning at Apr 17, 2018, 3:18 AM CDT for 5 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Apr 18, 2018, 4:00 AM CDT. It was in force for 15 hr. 11 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
Apr 17, 2018, 3:18 AM CDT (08:18 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 18, 2018, 4:00 AM CDT
Expired
Apr 18, 2018, 7:00 PM CDT
In force
15 hr
Issued by
NWS Twin Cities, MN

Counties Faribault County, MN, Freeborn County, MN, Martin County, MN, Steele County, MN, Waseca County, MN

The radar

The Minneapolis radar (KMPX), 116 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 08:15 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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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
Apr 18, 9:00 AM CDTSNOW 2.2Fairmont, MNREPORTED VIA TWITTER.
Apr 18, 12:15 PM CDTSNOW 5.56 Ese Granada, MN
Apr 18, 12:30 PM CDTSNOW 6Albert Lea, MN
Apr 18, 1:00 PM CDTSNOW 5.5Fairmont, MN
Apr 18, 1:24 PM CDTSNOW 8Albert Lea, MNREPORT SUBMITTED VIA NWSCHAT.
Apr 18, 1:36 PM CDTSNOW 7Alden, MNREPORT VIA NWSCHAT.
Apr 18, 1:40 PM CDTSNOW 8Albert Lea, MN
Apr 18, 4:00 PM CDTSNOW 9Albert Lea, MNPHOTO SUBMITTED VIA TWITTER.
Apr 18, 4:28 PM CDTSNOW 10London, MNREPORTED VIA NWSCHAT.
Apr 18, 4:28 PM CDTSNOW 11Glenville, MNREPORTED VIA NWSCHAT.
Apr 18, 6:37 PM CDTSNOW 3.51 W Owatonna, MN

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

The nearest sounding before it

Minneapolis, MN (KMPX), launched 00:00Z, 8.3 hours before the alert went out and 116 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2018-04-17Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2018-04-17The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 22 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
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Mixed-layer CAPE
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Mixed-layer LCL
1261 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
63 kt
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22 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
19 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
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The text

As transmitted.

038 
WWUS43 KMPX 170818
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
318 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...ACCUMULATING SNOW LIKELY FOR SOUTHERN MINNESOTA TUESDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...

.A low pressure system coming out of the Central Plains today will 
shift across Iowa Wednesday and into the Great Lakes Wednesday 
night. Mainly light to moderate snow is expected, though some 
pockets of heavy snow will be possible around the Interstate 90 
corridor along with isolated thunderstorms. Much of southern 
Minnesota can expect accumulating snow out of this system, with 
the heaviest snow along and south of a line from Saint James to 
Owatonna where between 5 and 8 inches of snow can be expected.

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Martin, Faribault,
Freeborn, Waseca and Steele counties in southern Minnesota where 5
to 8 inches of snow can be expected. North of the warning, a
Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for areas along and south
of a line from Madison to Olivia to Biscay to Chaska to Apple 
Valley to Red Wing, where 3 to 6 inches of snow can be expected.
These warnings and advisories are in effect from late tonight 
through Wednesday evening.

MNZ091-171630-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0010.180418T0600Z-180419T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Martin-
Including the city of Fairmont
318 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM CDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Martin County.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ084-085-092-093-171630-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0010.180418T0600Z-180419T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Waseca, Owatonna, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
318 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM CDT
THURSDAY...

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

* WHERE...Waseca, Steele, Faribault and Freeborn Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ082-171630-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0010.180418T0600Z-180419T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Watonwan-
Including the city of St James
318 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM CDT
WEDNESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Watonwan County.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

MNZ083-171630-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0010.180418T0600Z-180419T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Blue Earth-
Including the city of Mankato
318 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM
CDT THURSDAY...

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

* WHERE...Blue Earth County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

MNZ054-064-073-074-171630-
/O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Lac Qui Parle-Yellow Medicine-Redwood-Brown-
Including the cities of Madison, Granite Falls, Redwood Falls, 
and New Ulm
318 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM CDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Lac Qui Parle, Yellow Medicine, Redwood and Brown 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

MNZ065>070-075>078-171630-
/O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Renville-McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Scott-Dakota-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-
Goodhue-
Including the cities of Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Chaska, 
Shakopee, Hastings, St Peter, Le Sueur, Faribault, and Red Wing
318 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM
CDT THURSDAY...

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

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central and 
  southeast Minnesota.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$
7 follow-up statements
722 
WWUS43 KMPX 171557
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Issued by National Weather Service LA CROSSE WI
1057 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...ACCUMULATING SNOW LIKELY FOR SOUTHERN MINNESOTA TUESDAY NIGHT
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...

.A low pressure system coming out of the Central Plains today
will shift across Iowa Wednesday and into the Great Lakes
Wednesday night. Snow will begin to develop late tonight across
southern Minnesota and continue to spread east and northward on
Wednesday before diminishing Wednesday evening.

The heaviest snow is expected near the Minnesota/Iowa border 
where 5 to 8 inches are expected with amounts tapering off 
northward. The heaviest snowfall is expected to occur Wednesday
morning into the afternoon before beginning to diminish. 

MNZ091-180000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Martin-
Including the city of Fairmont
1057 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM CDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Martin County.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ084-085-092-093-180000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Waseca, Owatonna, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
1057 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO
1 AM CDT THURSDAY...

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

* WHERE...Waseca, Steele, Faribault and Freeborn Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ054-064-073-074-082-180000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Lac Qui Parle-Yellow Medicine-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Madison, Granite Falls, Redwood Falls, 
New Ulm, and St James
1057 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM
CDT WEDNESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Lac Qui Parle, Yellow Medicine, Redwood, Brown and 
  Watonwan Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

MNZ065>070-075>078-083-180000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Renville-McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Scott-Dakota-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-
Goodhue-Blue Earth-
Including the cities of Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Chaska, 
Shakopee, Hastings, St Peter, Le Sueur, Faribault, Red Wing, 
and Mankato
1057 AM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY
TO 1 AM CDT THURSDAY...

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

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central and 
  southeast Minnesota.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$
948 
WWUS43 KMPX 172025
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Issued by National Weather Service LA CROSSE WI
325 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...ACCUMULATING SNOW LIKELY FOR SOUTHERN MINNESOTA LATE TONIGHT
THROUGH WEDNESDAY...

.Another round of snow is expected across southern Minnesota late
tonight through Wednesday. The heaviest snow will occur over far 
southern Minnesota with 4 to 8 inches expected, mainly along and 
south of Interstate 90. Snowfall rates of an inch per hour are
possible in this area Wednesday morning into early afternoon. 
Generally 2 to 5 inches are expected over the remainder of 
southern Minnesota. The snow is expected to diminish Wednesday 
afternoon into early Wednesday evening.

MNZ066-068>070-172130-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
McLeod-Carver-Scott-Dakota-
Including the cities of Hutchinson, Chaska, Shakopee, 
and Hastings
325 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow is still expected to occur on Wednesday, although amounts
will generally be in the 1 to 3 inch range. As a result, the
Winter Weather Advisory is cancelled.

$$

MNZ091-180430-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Martin-
Including the city of Fairmont
325 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM CDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Martin County.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ084-085-092-093-180430-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Waseca, Owatonna, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
325 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO
1 AM CDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Waseca, Steele, Faribault and Freeborn Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. 
  Expect significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ054-064-073-074-082-180430-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Lac Qui Parle-Yellow Medicine-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Madison, Granite Falls, Redwood Falls, 
New Ulm, and St James
325 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM
CDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches, with localized amounts up to 5 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Lac Qui Parle, Yellow Medicine, Redwood, Brown and 
  Watonwan Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

MNZ065-067-075>078-083-180430-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Renville-Sibley-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Goodhue-Blue Earth-
Including the cities of Olivia, Gaylord, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Red Wing, and Mankato
325 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY
TO 1 AM CDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches,
  with localized amounts up to 5 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, south central and southeast 
  Minnesota.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the evening commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$
677 
WWUS43 KMPX 180220
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
920 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...ACCUMULATING SNOW LIKELY FOR SOUTHERN MINNESOTA WEDNESDAY...

.Another round of snow is expected across southern Minnesota Wednesday.
The heaviest snow will occur over far southern Minnesota with 4 
to 8 inches expected, mainly along and south of Interstate 90. 
Snowfall rates of an inch per hour are possible in this area 
Wednesday morning into early afternoon. Generally 2 to 5 inches 
are expected over the remainder of southern Minnesota. The snow is
expected to diminish Wednesday afternoon into early Wednesday 
evening.

MNZ054-180330-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Lac Qui Parle-
Including the city of Madison
920 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snowfall amounts of only around an inch are now expected, so the
advisory has been cancelled.

$$

MNZ091-181030-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Martin-
Including the city of Fairmont
920 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM CDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Martin County.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ084-085-092-093-181030-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Waseca-Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Waseca, Owatonna, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
920 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY TO
1 AM CDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 6 
  inches, with localized amounts up to 7 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Waseca, Steele, Faribault and Freeborn Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ064-073-074-082-181030-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Yellow Medicine-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Granite Falls, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, 
and St James
920 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM
CDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Yellow Medicine, Redwood, Brown and Watonwan Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

MNZ065-067-075>078-083-181030-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Renville-Sibley-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Goodhue-Blue Earth-
Including the cities of Olivia, Gaylord, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Red Wing, and Mankato
920 PM CDT Tue Apr 17 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM WEDNESDAY
TO 1 AM CDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, south central and southeast 
  Minnesota.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the evening commute on Wednesday. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

Borghoff
679 
WWUS43 KMPX 180758
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
258 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...ACCUMULATING SNOW LIKELY FOR SOUTHERN MINNESOTA TODAY...

.Another round of snow is expected across southern Minnesota
Wednesday. The heaviest snow will occur over far southern
Minnesota with 5 to 7 inches expected over far southern Minnesota
adjacent to the Iowa border. Snowfall rates of an inch per hour 
are possible in this area this morning into the early afternoon 
hours. Generally 3 to 5 inches of snow are expected a tier north 
of the Interstate 90 corridor. The snow is expected to diminish 
this afternoon through this evening.

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect through this evening for
Martin, Faribault and Freeborn counties. A Winter Weather Advisory
is in effect through this evening for Watonwan, Blue Earth, Waseca
and Steele counties.

MNZ084-085-181600-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
/O.EXA.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Waseca-Steele-
Including the cities of Waseca and Owatonna
258 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO
1 AM CDT THURSDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

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

* WHERE...Waseca and Steele Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the evening commute. Expect reduced 
  visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

MNZ064-073-074-180900-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Yellow Medicine-Redwood-Brown-
Including the cities of Granite Falls, Redwood Falls, and New Ulm
258 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow is still expected to occur today, although amounts will 
generally be in the 1 to 3 inch range. As a result, the Winter 
Weather Advisory is cancelled.

$$

MNZ065-067-075>078-180900-
/O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Renville-Sibley-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Goodhue-
Including the cities of Olivia, Gaylord, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, and Red Wing
258 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow is still expected to occur today, although amounts will 
generally be in the 1 to 3 inch range. As a result, the Winter 
Weather Advisory is cancelled.

$$

MNZ091-181600-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Martin-
Including the city of Fairmont
258 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Martin County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Expect significant 
  reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ092-093-181600-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Blue Earth and Albert Lea
258 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING
TO 1 AM CDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Faribault and Freeborn Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Expect significant 
  reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ082-181600-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T0900Z-180419T0000Z/
Watonwan-
Including the city of St James
258 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Watonwan County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Expect reduced 
  visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

MNZ083-181600-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.180418T1200Z-180419T0600Z/
Blue Earth-
Including the city of Mankato
258 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS
MORNING TO 1 AM CDT THURSDAY...

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

* WHERE...Blue Earth County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Expect reduced 
  visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$
150 
WWUS43 KMPX 181512
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
1012 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...ACCUMULATING SNOW FOR SOUTHERN MINNESOTA TODAY...

.The heaviest snow today will occur over far southern Minnesota 
with 5 to 7 inches expected over far southern Minnesota adjacent 
to the Iowa border. Snowfall rates of an inch per hour are 
possible in this area into the early afternoon hours. Generally 3
to 5 inches of snow are expected a tier of counties north of the 
Interstate 90 corridor. The snow is expected to diminish early this
evening.

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect through this evening for
Martin, Faribault and Freeborn counties. A Winter Weather
Advisory is in effect through this evening for Watonwan, Blue
Earth, Waseca and Steele counties.

MNZ091-182315-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-180419T0000Z/
Martin-
Including the city of Fairmont
1012 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 7 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Martin County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. 
  Expect significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ092-093-182315-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-180419T0600Z/
Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Blue Earth and Albert Lea
1012 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Faribault and Freeborn Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. 
  Expect significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ083>085-182315-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-180419T0600Z/
Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-
Including the cities of Mankato, Waseca, and Owatonna
1012 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation. Additional snow accumulations of 1 
  to 3 inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Blue Earth, Waseca and Steele Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the evening commute. Expect reduced 
  visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at
511mn.org and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in
either state.

&&

$$

MNZ082-182315-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-180419T0000Z/
Watonwan-
Including the city of St James
1012 AM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Watonwan County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

Borghoff
451 
WWUS43 KMPX 181911
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
211 PM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...ACCUMULATING SNOW FOR SOUTHERN MINNESOTA TODAY...

.Snowfall rates of an inch per hour are possible across far
southern Minnesota into the late afternoon hours. Total 
accumulations of 8 to 12 inches are expected along I-90, with 
amounts tapering off to the north.

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect through 7 PM this evening for
Martin, Faribault and Freeborn counties. A Winter Weather 
Advisory is in effect for Watonwan, Blue Earth, Waseca and Steele
counties.

MNZ092-093-190000-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-180419T0000Z/
Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Blue Earth and Albert Lea
211 PM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Faribault and Freeborn Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the evening commute. Expect significant 
  reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ091-190000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-180419T0000Z/
Martin-
Including the city of Fairmont
211 PM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Martin County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the evening commute. Expect significant 
  reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org and for Wisconsin at
511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ083>085-190000-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-180419T0000Z/
Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-
Including the cities of Mankato, Waseca, and Owatonna
211 PM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are
  expected.

* WHERE...Blue Earth, Waseca and Steele Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the evening commute. Expect reduced 
  visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

MNZ082-190000-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-180419T0000Z/
Watonwan-
Including the city of St James
211 PM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Watonwan County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the evening commute. Expect reduced 
  visibilities at times.

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. The
latest road conditions for Minnesota can be found at 511mn.org
and for Wisconsin at 511wi.gov, or by calling 5 1 1 in either
state.

&&

$$

Borghoff
230 
WWUS43 KMPX 190007
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
707 PM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018


MNZ091>093-190115-
/O.EXP.KMPX.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-180419T0000Z/
Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
707 PM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED...



$$

MNZ082>085-190115-
/O.EXP.KMPX.WW.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-180419T0000Z/
Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-
Including the cities of St James, Mankato, Waseca, and Owatonna
707 PM CDT Wed Apr 18 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...



$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 16, 8:37 PM CDTRiver Flood WarningMPXRedwood41 hr
Apr 17, 3:18 AM CDTWinter Weather AdvisoryMPXBlue Earth, Brown, Carver, Dakota, Goodhue, Lac qui Parle and 12 more40 hr

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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.