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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Bismarck, ND

January 27, 201914 counties in North Dakota

NWS Bismarck, ND issued this blizzard warning at Jan 27, 2019, 3:41 AM CST for 14 counties in North Dakota. It took effect at Jan 27, 2019, 6:00 PM CST. It was in force for 10 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jan 27, 2019, 3:41 AM CST (09:41 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 27, 2019, 6:00 PM CST
Expired
Jan 28, 2019, 3:50 AM CST
In force
10 hr
Issued by
NWS Bismarck, ND

Counties Bottineau County, ND, Dickey County, ND, Foster County, ND, Kidder County, ND, LaMoure County, ND, Logan County, ND, McHenry County, ND, McIntosh County, ND, Pierce County, ND, Renville County, ND, Rolette County, ND, Sheridan County, ND, Stutsman County, ND, Wells County, ND

The radar

The Bismarck radar (KBIS), 108 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:44 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.

The nearest sounding before it

Bismarck Municip, ND (KBIS), launched 00:00Z, 9.7 hours before the alert went out and 105 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 2019-01-27Temperature 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°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Bismarck Municip, ND at 00:00Z on 2019-01-27The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 116 square meters per square second.1939587897117136156175Sfc1 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
891 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
86 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
116 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
277 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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241 
WWUS43 KBIS 270941
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
341 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

NDZ002-010-021-035-046-271045-
/O.CAN.KBIS.WS.A.0002.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/
Burke-Mountrail-McLean-Burleigh-Emmons-
Including the cities of Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, Columbus,
Portal, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Garrison, Washburn, 
Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, Bismarck, Linton, and Strasburg
341 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...WINTER STORM WATCH IS CANCELLED...

The winter storm watch is no longer in effect. It has been 
replaced with other warnings and advisories. 

$$

NDZ003>005-011>013-022-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-271745-
/O.UPG.KBIS.WS.A.0002.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KBIS.WW.Y.0005.190127T1500Z-190128T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.190128T0000Z-190128T1800Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-Sheridan-Wells-
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, 
Towner, Drake, Rugby, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure,
Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
341 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow today. Accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected.
  Ground Blizzard conditions expected tonight into Monday morning.
  Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. 

* WHERE...Portions of north central, south central and southeast 
  North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Monday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM 
  this morning to 6 PM CST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
  Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Very 
  strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power 
  lines. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero 
  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 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

waa
9 follow-up statements
137 
WWUS43 KBIS 271300
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
700 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

NDZ003>005-011>013-022-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-272100-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.190128T0000Z-190128T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0005.190127T1500Z-190128T0000Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-Sheridan-Wells-
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, 
Towner, Drake, Rugby, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure,
Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
700 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow today. Accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected. 
  Ground Blizzard conditions expected tonight into Monday 
  morning. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central, east central and southeast 
  North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Monday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM 
  this morning to 6 PM CST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and 
  power lines. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 
  below zero 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 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
waa
975 
WWUS43 KBIS 271554
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
954 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

NDZ003>005-011>013-022-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-280000-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.190128T0000Z-190128T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190128T0000Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-Sheridan-Wells-
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, 
Towner, Drake, Rugby, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure,
Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
954 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected. 
  Ground Blizzard conditions expected tonight into Monday morning.
  Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central, east central and southeast 
  North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM this evening to noon
  CST Monday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM CST 
  this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and 
  power lines. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 
  below zero 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 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

ZH
130 
WWUS43 KBIS 271759
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1159 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

NDZ003>005-011>013-022-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-280200-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.190128T0000Z-190128T1800Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190128T0000Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-Sheridan-Wells-
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, 
Towner, Drake, Rugby, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure,
Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
1159 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and patchy blowing snow ongoing. Total accumulations
  of 3 to 6 inches expected. Ground blizzard conditions expected 
  tonight into Monday morning. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central, east central and southeast 
  North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Monday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM 
  CST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and 
  power lines. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 
  below zero 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 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

ZH
918 
WWUS43 KBIS 272044
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
244 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

NDZ003>005-011>013-022-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-280445-
/O.EXT.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.190128T0000Z-190128T1200Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190128T0000Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-Sheridan-Wells-
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, 
Towner, Drake, Rugby, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure,
Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
244 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and patchy blowing snow ongoing. Total 
  accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected. Ground blizzard 
  conditions expected tonight into Monday morning. Winds gusting 
  as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central, east central and southeast 
  North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 
  AM CST Monday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM CST 
  this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and 
  power lines. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 
  below zero 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 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

ZH
620 
WWUS43 KBIS 272109
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
309 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

NDZ003>005-011>013-022-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-280515-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.190128T0000Z-190128T1200Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190128T0000Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-Sheridan-Wells-
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, 
Towner, Drake, Rugby, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure,
Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
309 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and patchy blowing snow ongoing. Total 
  accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected. Ground blizzard 
  conditions expected tonight into Monday morning. Winds gusting 
  as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central, east central and southeast 
  North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 
  AM CST Monday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM CST 
  this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and 
  power lines. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 
  below zero 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 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ019>021-034-035-042-045-046-280000-
/O.EXA.KBIS.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190128T0000Z/
Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Beulah, Hazen, Center, Garrison, 
Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton,
and Strasburg
309 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 /209 PM MST Sun Jan 27 2019/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation ongoing. Additional snow ice
  accumulations of a light glaze.

* WHERE...Portions of south central North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions and
  slippery walking surfaces. Use caution while driving.
 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of freezing rain 
will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery 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.

&&

$$
661 
WWUS43 KBIS 280043
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
643 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

NDZ003>005-011>013-022-023-025-036-037-047-048-050-051-280845-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190128T1200Z/
Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-Sheridan-Wells-
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, St. John, Minot, Velva, 
Towner, Drake, Rugby, Mcclusky, Goodrich, Harvey, Fessenden, 
Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure,
Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, and Ellendale
643 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

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

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow ongoing. Additional snow
  accumulations of 2 inches expected. Ground blizzard conditions 
  expected tonight into Monday morning. Winds gusting as high as 
  65 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of north central, east central and southeast 
  North Dakota.

* WHEN...Tonight through 6 AM CST Monday. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on dangerous travel. Widespread
  blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning commute. Very strong winds
  could cause damage to trees and power lines. Dangerously cold
  wind chills as low as 35 below zero will 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.

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

&&

$$
286 
WWUS43 KBIS 280222
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
822 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

NDZ004-005-012-013-023-281030-
/O.CAN.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190128T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.190128T0222Z-190128T1200Z/
Bottineau-Rolette-McHenry-Pierce-Wells-
Including the cities of Bottineau, Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, 
Shell Valley, St. John, Velva, Towner, Drake, Rugby, Harvey, 
and Fessenden
822 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow ongoing. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 
  mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
  Widespread blowing snow will reduce visibility, especially in
  open country. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35
  below zero will 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.

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

&&

$$

NDZ003-011-022-280330-
/O.CAN.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190128T1200Z/
Renville-Ward-Sheridan-
Including the cities of Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Minot, 
Mcclusky, and Goodrich
822 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The warm temperatures Sunday afternoon resulted in the existing 
snow pack to be crusted over. Therefore, impacts from blowing snow
will not be as severe as earlier expected. A high wind warning 
will replace the blizzard, valid until 6 AM Monday morning. 

$$

NDZ025-036-037-047-048-050-051-281030-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190128T1200Z/
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, 
Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
822 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

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

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow ongoing. Additional snow
  accumulations of 2 inches expected. Ground blizzard conditions
  expected tonight into Monday morning. Winds gusting as high as
  60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Tonight through 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on dangerous travel. Widespread 
  blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute. Very 
  strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines. 
  Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero will 
  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.

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

&&

$$

Heinert
286 
WWUS43 KBIS 280533
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1133 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

NDZ004-012-280645-
/O.CAN.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-190128T1200Z/
Bottineau-McHenry-
Including the cities of Bottineau, Velva, Towner, and Drake
1133 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED FAR NORTH CENTRAL...

The threat for blowing snow and reduced visibilities has
diminished across Bottineau and McHenry counties. Roads will
remain hazardous due to icy conditions. 

$$

NDZ025-036-037-047-048-050-051-281200-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190128T1200Z/
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, 
Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
1133 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

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

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow ongoing. Additional snow
  accumulations up to 1 inch expected. Ground blizzard conditions
  expected tonight into Monday morning. Winds gusting as high as 
  50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Tonight through 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on dangerous travel. Widespread
  blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute. 

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.

&&

$$

NDZ005-013-023-281200-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-190128T1200Z/
Rolette-Pierce-Wells-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Rugby, Harvey, and Fessenden
1133 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow ongoing. Additional snow
  accumulations up to one inch possible. Winds gusting as high as
  50 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow will reduce visibility, especially in 
  open country. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 
  below zero will 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.

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

&&

$$
828 
WWUS43 KBIS 280950
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
350 AM CST Mon Jan 28 2019

NDZ025-036-037-047-048-050-051-281800-
/O.CAN.KBIS.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190128T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KBIS.WC.W.0001.190129T0800Z-190131T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-190128T1800Z/
Foster-Kidder-Stutsman-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, Tappen, Jamestown, 
Napoleon, Gackle, Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Wishek, Ashley, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
350 AM CST Mon Jan 28 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TUESDAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low
  as 60 below zero expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. Snow
  and blowing snow ongoing.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, from 2 AM Tuesday to noon 
  CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon CST 
  today.

* 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 5 
  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.

&&

$$

NDZ005-013-023-281800-
/O.NEW.KBIS.WC.W.0001.190129T0800Z-190131T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-190128T1800Z/
Rolette-Pierce-Wells-
Including the cities of Rolla, Dunseith, Rolette, Shell Valley, 
St. John, Rugby, Harvey, and Fessenden
350 AM CST Mon Jan 28 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TUESDAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Areas of snow and blowing snow. Dangerously cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 60 below zero expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, from 2 AM Tuesday to noon 
  CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon CST 
  today.

* 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 5 
  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.

&&

$$

NDZ022-035-046-281800-
/O.NEW.KBIS.WC.W.0001.190129T0800Z-190131T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KBIS.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-190128T1800Z/
Sheridan-Burleigh-Emmons-
Including the cities of Mcclusky, Goodrich, Bismarck, Linton, 
and Strasburg
350 AM CST Mon Jan 28 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TUESDAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Snow ongoing. 
  Wind chills as low as 55 below zero expected. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph.

* WHERE...Sheridan, Burleigh and Emmons counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, from 2 AM Tuesday to noon 
  CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon CST 
  today.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 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 5 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 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ001>004-009>012-017>021-033-034-041-042-044-045-281800-
/O.NEW.KBIS.WC.W.0001.190129T0800Z-190131T1800Z/
Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Williams-Mountrail-Ward-McHenry-
McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Stark-Morton-Hettinger-Grant-
Adams-Sioux-
Including the cities of Crosby, Bowbells, Powers Lake, Lignite, 
Columbus, Portal, Mohall, Glenburn, Sherwood, Bottineau, 
Williston, New Town, Stanley, Parshall, Minot, Velva, Towner, 
Drake, Watford City, Killdeer, Halliday, Beulah, Hazen, Center, 
Garrison, Washburn, Underwood, Wilton, Turtle Lake, Dickinson, 
Mandan, Mott, New England, Elgin, Carson, New Leipzig, Hettinger,
Fort Yates, Selfridge, and Solen
350 AM CST Mon Jan 28 2019 /250 AM MST Mon Jan 28 2019/

...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM CST /1 AM MST/ TUESDAY
TO NOON CST /11 AM MST/ THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 50 below zero expected.

* WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, south central 
  and southwest North Dakota.

* WHEN...From 2 AM CST /1 AM MST/ Tuesday to noon CST /11 AM 
  MST/ Thursday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

NDZ031-032-040-043-281800-
/O.NEW.KBIS.WC.Y.0008.190129T0800Z-190130T1800Z/
Golden Valley-Billings-Slope-Bowman-
Including the cities of Beach, Medora, Marmarth, and Bowman
250 AM MST Mon Jan 28 2019

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TUESDAY TO 11 AM MST
WEDNESDAY...

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

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

* WHEN...From 1 AM Tuesday to 11 AM MST Wednesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this blizzard warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Bismarck, ND wrote its last area forecast discussion before this blizzard warning went out at Jan 26, 11:53 PM CST, 3 hours 48 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jan 26, 11:53 PM CST, 3 hours 48 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1153 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019

.UPDATE...
Issued at 1144 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019

Have received a few reports of freezing drizzle west and will
continue a mention through tonight as the models still show a dry
layer aloft and lack of ice crystals. Otherwise Rolla has wild
chills below -25 for a few hours tonight, with warming
temperatures expected tonight think this will improve shortly.

Will decide on the any possible upgrades to warnings with the next
update.

UPDATE
Issued at 949 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019

Forecast remains in good shape. Band of light snow associated with
a mid level embedded impulse continues to slowly propagate east
across western into central North Dakota. Some areas still may
receive up to around 1 inch of new snowfall through tonight. On
the backside/western edge of the snow, had reports of light
freezing rain/freezing drizzle, which a few web cams support along
with the ND DOT map showing some ice. Roughly a couple of hours
ago issued a special weather statement for the southwest, then
expanded for all of western ND as more reports came in. Will allow
the SPS to continue through 06Z. Afterwards models support
reintroducing ice which should greatly reduce the ZR chances after
midnight. Well of course continue to monitor through the early
morning hours, especially after 09Z when we start to warm aloft
and road sfc temperatures via METRo Roadcast forecast remain
subfreezing through much of the AM hours.

UPDATE
Issued at 625 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019

Main change with this forecast issuance was to slow down the
eastward progression of snow this evening based on latest high
res guidance. I also significantly increased POPs where it is
snowing now and expected to snow in the next few hours, utilizing
a blend of the HREF/SREF/CONSSHORT. The winter storm watch and
high wind watch will be maintained as is.

&&

.SHORT TERM...(This evening through Monday) Issued at 228 PM CST
Sat Jan 26 2019

Periodic light snow through the evening ahead of the strongest
Alberta Clipper of the season highlights the short term forecast
challenges.

A weak area of relatively enhanced mid-level vorticity will
continue to drift from northwest to southeast across western and
central North Dakota through this evening and into the overnight
hours. Strong warm air advection ahead of an anomalously strong
Clipper will enhance a new band of light snow early Sunday
morning, possibly bringing an inch or two of snowfall accumulation
to portions of western and central North Dakota. Warm
temperatures near the surface across parts of the far west will
allow for the possibility of some brief light rain or freezing
rain.

A vigorous vorticity maximum at 500 mb will approach the northwest from
Canada on Sunday. At the surface, low pressure will undergo
cyclogenesis under the left exit region of a potent 130 knot 300
mb jet max. An arctic cold front will accompany this Clipper and
sweep through the state quickly through the day. A relatively
narrow band of significant snowfall accumulation will setup
somewhere across central or eastern North Dakota. The path of the
surface cyclone will determine where this band sets up and this
exact path is still a bit uncertain, but the latest trends are
for a nudge eastward. At the moment, the highest totals look to
range from 3 to 7 inches of accumulation generally along and
east/north of the Missouri River. Light rain or freezing rain may
also be possible across parts of the west.

Behind the cold front, very strong cold air advection (as high as
120+ degrees Celsius per 12 hours) and 3 hour pressure rises
approaching 15 to 18 mb will promote very strong winds across most
of the forecast area, especially the west and central. 12z 3 km
NAM Nest soundings over Bowman late Sunday afternoon and Monday
morning show 55 to 65 knots of wind at the top of a dry adiabatic
mixed layer. This suggests that we may see wind gusts as high as
65 mph as the pressure bubble barrels across the state. Thus the
high wind watch still looks to be on target and will likely need
to be upgraded to a warning for the next forecast package. For the
winter storm watch, elected to include blizzard potential wording
for all counties in the watch area as the Bagley blowing snow
model is now showing widespread significant blowing snow
generally along and east of the Missouri River valley.

Snow and wind will gradually begin to relax through the day on
Monday as the Clipper exits the region, leaving bitterly cold
temperatures in its wake.

.LONG TERM...(Monday night through Saturday) Issued at 228 PM CST
Sat Jan 26 2019

Following the Clipper, a large area of arctic high pressure will
make its way into the Northern Plains as a strong closed 500 mb
Hudson Bay low deepens and cyclonically spins over the Great
Lakes, leaving North Dakota in a prime position for bitterly cold
temperatures and life threatening wind chills. At the moment
Tuesday morning through Thursday morning looks to be the coldest
time frame with widespread wind chill values likely ranging from
35 to 55 below zero. Further advisories and warnings may be needed
after the Clipper exits the region.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 06Z TAFS through 06Z Sunday night)
Issued at 1144 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019

Alberta clipper will track across North Dakota bringing snow to
central and eastern North dakota with associated MVFR to locally
IFR conditions in snow KMOT-KBIS, with rain/snow west of KBIS-
KMOT. Very windy conditions this afternoon with surface winds
possibly exceeding 50 kts after 18z.

&&

.BIS WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
High Wind Watch from Sunday afternoon through Monday morning for
NDZ001-009-017>020-031>034-040>045.

Winter Storm Watch from Sunday afternoon through Monday morning
for NDZ002>005-010>013-021>023-025-035>037-046>048-050-051.

&&

UPDATE...WAA
SHORT TERM...ZH
LONG TERM...ZH
AVIATION...WAA
Hazardous weather outlook, Jan 26, 6:24 PM CST, 9 hours 17 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
624 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019

NDZ002>005-010>013-021>023-025-035>037-046>048-050-051-280030-
Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Mountrail-Ward-McHenry-Pierce-
McLean-Sheridan-Wells-Foster-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman-Emmons-
Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
624 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of north central
North Dakota, northwest North Dakota, south central North Dakota,
and southeast North Dakota.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

The probability of widespread hazardous weather is low.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday

A winter storm watch has been issued for Sunday afternoon through
Monday morning. Significant snow accumulations are possible.
Strong winds may cause blowing snow and result in blizzard
conditions Sunday night into Monday morning. Frigid cold and life
threatening wind chills will then move into the Northern Plains
Monday and through much of next week.

See www.weather.gov/bis for details.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

NDZ001-009-017>020-031>034-040>045-280030-
Divide-Williams-McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-Golden Valley-
Billings-Stark-Morton-Slope-Hettinger-Grant-Bowman-Adams-Sioux-
624 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019 /524 PM MST Sat Jan 26 2019/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northwest North
Dakota, south central North Dakota, and southwest North Dakota.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

The probability of widespread hazardous weather is low.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday

A High Wind Watch has been issued for Sunday afternoon through
Monday morning. Strong wind gusts to 65 mph are possible. Frigid
cold and life threatening wind chills will then move into the
Northern Plains Monday and through much of next week.

See www.weather.gov/bis for details

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

Heinert

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 27, 3:34 AM CSTHigh Wind WarningBISAdams, Billings, Bowman, Burke, Burleigh, Divide and 14 more24 hr
Jan 27, 3:41 AM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryBISBottineau, Burleigh, Dickey, Emmons, Foster, Grant and 13 more14 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; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.