Alert archive / North Dakota / Blizzard Warnings in 2019

Blizzard Warning 4, NWS Bismarck, ND

April 11, 2019Dickey County, LaMoure County, North Dakota

NWS Bismarck, ND issued this blizzard warning at Apr 11, 2019, 11:11 AM CDT for Dickey County, LaMoure County, North Dakota. It was in force for 16 hr. 7 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 11, 2019, 11:11 AM CDT (16:11 UTC)
Expired
Apr 12, 2019, 2:55 AM CDT
In force
16 hr
Issued by
NWS Bismarck, ND

Counties Dickey County, ND, LaMoure County, ND

The radar

The Aberdeen radar (KABR), 92 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 16:10 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Apr 11, 12:00 PM CDTSNOW 3Ellendale, NDSTILL SNOWING. VERY STRONG WINDS. HARD TO ESTIMATE SNOW DEPTH.
Apr 11, 1:25 PM CDTSNOW 3.54 Ese La Moure, NDSTILL SNOWING. MEASURED WIND GUST TO 40 MPH.
Apr 11, 5:00 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 64 E La Moure, NDBEST ESTIMATE GIVEN THE STRONG WINDS FROM THE LAMOURE EMERGENCY MANAGER. STILL SNOWING AT THE TIME OF THE REPORT.
Apr 11, 5:19 PM CDTBLIZZARDOakes, NDVISIBILITY HAS BEEN CONSISTENTLY AT A QUARTER MILE OR LESS AT THE OAKES AIRPORT SINCE 11:00 AM CDT.
Apr 11, 7:01 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 6Kulm, ND
Apr 11, 8:45 PM CDTBLIZZARDEllendale, NDDICKEY COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT REPORTS THAT WHITEOUT CONDITIONS HAVE PREVAILED ALL DAY IN ELLENDALE. WHITEOUT CONDITIONS CONTINUE.
Apr 11, 10:15 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 9Edgeley, NDRELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. STORM TOTAL THUS FAR. STILL SNOWING LIGHTLY AT THE TIME OF REPORT.

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, 4.2 hours before the alert went out and 154 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, Aberdeen, SD at 12:00Z on 2019-04-11Temperature 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, Aberdeen, SD at 12:00Z on 2019-04-11The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 210 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
677 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
29 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
210 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
243 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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377 
WWUS43 KBIS 111611
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1111 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

NDZ048-051-120015-
/O.UPG.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KBIS.BZ.W.0004.190411T1611Z-190412T1800Z/
La Moure-Dickey-
Including the cities of Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
1111 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions ongoing. Total snow accumulations of
  10 to 16 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...La Moure and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to
  impossible. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce
  visibility. Gusty winds could cause power outages.

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.

&&

$$

NDZ047-050-120015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Logan-McIntosh-
Including the cities of Napoleon, Gackle, Wishek, and Ashley
1111 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow 
  accumulations of 7 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

* WHERE...Logan and McIntosh counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ045-046-120015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton, 
and Strasburg
1111 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019 /1011 AM MDT Thu Apr 11 2019/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT /NOON
MDT/ FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Emmons and Sioux counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ037-120015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Stutsman-
Including the city of Jamestown
1111 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 4 
  to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Stutsman county.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ025-036-120015-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Foster-Kidder-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, and Tappen
1111 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow ongoing. Additional snow
  accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

* WHERE...Foster and Kidder counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

EDWARDS
5 follow-up statements
405 
WWUS43 KBIS 111739
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1239 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

NDZ048-051-120145-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
La Moure-Dickey-
Including the cities of Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
1239 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions ongoing. Total snow accumulations 
  of 10 to 16 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...LaMoure and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to 
  impossible. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce 
  visibility. Gusty winds could cause power outages.

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.

&&

$$

NDZ047-050-120145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Logan-McIntosh-
Including the cities of Napoleon, Gackle, Wishek, and Ashley
1239 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow 
  accumulations of 7 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

* WHERE...Logan and McIntosh counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ045-046-120145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton, 
and Strasburg
1239 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019 /1139 AM MDT Thu Apr 11 2019/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT /NOON
MDT/ FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...Emmons and Sioux counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ037-120145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Stutsman-
Including the city of Jamestown
1239 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of 4 
  to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Stutsman county.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ025-036-120145-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Foster-Kidder-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, and Tappen
1239 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow ongoing. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

* WHERE...Foster and Kidder counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

EDWARDS
837 
WWUS43 KBIS 111952
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
252 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

NDZ048-051-120400-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
La Moure-Dickey-
Including the cities of Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
252 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions ongoing. Total snow accumulations 
  of 10 to 16 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...LaMoure and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to
  impossible. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce 
  visibility. Gusty winds could cause power outages.

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.

&&

$$

NDZ047-050-120400-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Logan-McIntosh-
Including the cities of Napoleon, Gackle, Wishek, and Ashley
252 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow
  accumulations of 8 to 16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

* WHERE...Logan and McIntosh counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ045-046-120400-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, Linton, 
and Strasburg
252 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019 /152 PM MDT Thu Apr 11 2019/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT /NOON
MDT/ FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...Emmons and Sioux counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ037-120400-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Stutsman-
Including the city of Jamestown
252 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Stutsman county.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ025-036-120400-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Foster-Kidder-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, and Tappen
252 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow accumulations 
  of 3 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Foster and Kidder counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

EDWARDS
514 
WWUS43 KBIS 120054
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
754 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

NDZ048-051-120900-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
La Moure-Dickey-
Including the cities of Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
754 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions ongoing. Total snow accumulations 
  of 10 to 16 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...LaMoure and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to 
  impossible. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce 
  visibility. Gusty winds could cause power outages.

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.

&&

$$

NDZ047-050-120900-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Logan-McIntosh-
Including the cities of Napoleon, Gackle, Wishek, and Ashley
754 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow 
  accumulations of 8 to 16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

* WHERE...Logan and McIntosh counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ037-045-046-120900-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Stutsman-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, 
Linton, and Strasburg
754 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019 /654 PM MDT Thu Apr 11 2019/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT /NOON
MDT/ FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...Stutsman county.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous 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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ023-034-035-042-120900-
/O.EXA.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Wells-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-
Including the cities of Harvey, Fessenden, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, and New Leipzig
754 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019 /654 PM MDT Thu Apr 11 2019/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT /NOON MDT/
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow accumulations 
  of 2 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Wells, Morton, Burleigh and Grant counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ025-036-120900-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Foster-Kidder-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, and Tappen
754 PM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow ongoing. Total snow accumulations 
  of 3 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Foster and Kidder counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
818 
WWUS43 KBIS 120539
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1239 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019

NDZ048-051-121345-
/O.CON.KBIS.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
La Moure-Dickey-
Including the cities of Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
1239 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions ongoing. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...La Moure and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Do
  not use cruise control in winter driving conditions. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  The hazardous conditions could 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.

&&

$$

NDZ047-050-121345-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Logan-McIntosh-
Including the cities of Napoleon, Gackle, Wishek, and Ashley
1239 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Logan and McIntosh counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Do
  not use cruise control in winter driving conditions. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.

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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ037-045-046-121345-
/O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Stutsman-Sioux-Emmons-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, 
Linton, and Strasburg
1239 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019 /1139 PM MDT Thu Apr 11 2019/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT /NOON
MDT/ THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of up 
  to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Stutsman, Emmons and Sioux counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Do
  not use cruise control in winter driving conditions. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.

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 the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NDZ025-036-121345-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Foster-Kidder-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, and Tappen
1239 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Foster and Kidder counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Do
  not use cruise control in winter driving conditions. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

&&

$$

NDZ023-034-035-042-121345-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Wells-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-
Including the cities of Harvey, Fessenden, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, and New Leipzig
1239 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019 /1139 PM MDT Thu Apr 11 2019/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT /NOON
MDT/ THIS AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Wells, Burleigh, Morton and Grant counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Do
  not use cruise control in winter driving conditions. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

&&

$$

PA
458 
WWUS43 KBIS 120755
WSWBIS

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
255 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019

NDZ048-051-121600-
/O.CAN.KBIS.BZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
La Moure-Dickey-
Including the cities of Lamoure, Edgeley, Kulm, Oakes, 
and Ellendale
255 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of one to two
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...La Moure and Dickey counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Do not 
  use cruise control in winter driving conditions. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

&&

$$

NDZ037-045>047-050-121600-
/O.CAN.KBIS.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Stutsman-Sioux-Emmons-Logan-McIntosh-
Including the cities of Jamestown, Fort Yates, Selfridge, Solen, 
Linton, Strasburg, Napoleon, Gackle, Wishek, and Ashley
255 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019 /155 AM MDT Fri Apr 12 2019/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT /NOON MDT/
THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow ongoing. Additional snow accumulations of up to 
  two inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Stutsman, Sioux, Emmons, Logan and McIntosh counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Do not 
  use cruise control in winter driving conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

&&

$$

NDZ025-036-121600-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Foster-Kidder-
Including the cities of Carrington, Steele, and Tappen
255 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Foster and Kidder counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Do not 
  use cruise control in winter driving conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

&&

$$

NDZ023-034-035-042-121600-
/O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-190412T1800Z/
Wells-Morton-Burleigh-Grant-
Including the cities of Harvey, Fessenden, Mandan, Bismarck, 
Elgin, Carson, and New Leipzig
255 AM CDT Fri Apr 12 2019 /155 AM MDT Fri Apr 12 2019/

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CDT /NOON
MDT/ THIS AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Wells, Burleigh, Morton and Grant counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Do not 
  use cruise control in winter driving conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

&&

$$

PA

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 Apr 11, 10:45 AM CDT, 26 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Apr 11, 10:45 AM CDT, 26 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1045 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

.UPDATE...
Issued at 1019 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

A band of moderate to heavy snowfall is currently making its way
into southeast North Dakota in conjunction with strong low-mid
level frontogenesis in the northern periphery of a deep cyclone
centered over Nebraska. While observed snow-liquid ratios in
northern South Dakota early this morning have been around 12:1 to
10:1...forecast soundings show a modest deepening of the DGZ this
afternoon and evening, which indicates snow ratios will be
slightly higher as the event goes on. With an increase in ratios
to around 13:1 to 15:1, this nudged the storm total snow in
LaMoure/Dickey/McIntosh counties into the 12 to near 16 inch
range. With the dry slot of the cyclone moving over eastern South
Dakota an associated advection of steep mid-level lapse rates may
add a convective element which would locally increase snowfall
rates even further. Still moderate uncertainty continues for
snowfall totals along the northern edge of the storm. The 12Z KBIS
sounding showed a moderate dry layer around 850-700 mb, so
snowfall totals on the north edge will depend on how long it takes
this layer to saturate.

UPDATE Issued at 638 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

While scattered light snow was occurring along the ND/SD border,
heavy snow has been reported in South Dakota. A strong upper level
impulse was moving north through eastern South Dakota...and moderate
to heavy snow can be expected to begin in southeastern North
Dakota/James Valley after sunrise.

&&

.SHORT TERM...(Today through Friday afternoon)
Issued at 353 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

The main focus for the short term is the northward movement of the
central plains winter storm system, resulting in snow across
southern North Dakota...expanding northward with heavy snow
developing southeast and parts of south central ND. Also expecting
increasing northeasterly winds creating areas of blowing and
drifting snow.

The snow totals expected were adjusted a tad lower for the southern James Valley , but not enough to warrant changes in placement or timing of winter storm warnings or advisories.

Currently, the surface low pressure center of the winter storm
system was over eastern Kansas, with the attendant upper level low
over western Nebraska/Kansas. A strong impulse of shortwave energy
with a low level jet ahead of the upper low was moving northward
across eastern Kansas/Nebraska, with strong lifting and was
supporting an area of thunderstorms from this area into
Iowa/southern Minnesota. Weaker impulses continued streaming
northward across South Dakota and into southern North Dakota. Heavy
snow was already occurring over South Dakota, with some light snow
reaching into southern North Dakota.

The surface and h500 low will become coincident as the system lifts
northward slowly to the NE/SD/IA border around noon today, nudging
slowly northeastward into the central MN/IA border by daybreak
Friday.

Light snow had been slow to develop across southern North Dakota
thus far, but intensity should pick up quickly across southeastern
and eastern parts of central ND by daybreak as the leading edge of
the aforementioned strong upper impulse punches northward through
eastern South Dakota and into eastern North Dakota. Overall, no big
changes in snow amounts from yesterday's forecast. The heaviest snow
is expected this morning and afternoon. Northeast winds will
increase through today with gusts to 50 mph possible this afternoon
in the James Valley. These strong winds will combine with heavy snow
to create near blizzard conditions at times across the southern
James Valley. Dickey, LaMoure, Logan and McIntosh Counties will be
hardest hit with 8 to 14 inches of snow likely. This storm will
be similar to the early March storm in many ways. Like the March
storm, a very tight gradient of snowfall amounts should set up
across south central North Dakota and the James Valley. This means
counties on the gradient such as Foster, Kidder, Burleigh, Emmons
and Sioux Counties could see wildly different snow amounts from
one portion of the county to another.

As the low center shifts a bit eastward tonight, the intensity of
the snowfall and the winds will lessen over central and eastern
North Dakota. We are looking at light snow tonight with northerly
winds decreasing to 20 to 25 mph with gusts over 30 mph. The low
begins to speed up as it lifts northeastward towards the western
Great Lakes on Friday. Snow will diminish from west to east
beginning early Friday morning. Light snow and patchy blowing snow
may linger into the afternoon hours. Additionally, as temperatures
climb near freezing light rain may mix in with light snow across
central North Dakota. Brisk northerly winds will continue Friday
before decreasing Friday night.

.LONG TERM...(Friday night through Wednesday)
Issued at 353 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

Cool air in the wake of the storm will keep temperatures below
average for most of the area through the weekend. Highs over central
North Dakota should be mainly in the upper 30s and 40s...with low to
mid 50s in the far west.

Temperatures should moderate next week with highs mainly in the 50s
across western and central North Dakota.

An active period continues with chances for light precipitation
Sunday and Monday.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 12Z TAFS through 12Z Friday morning)
Issued at 638 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

MVFR/IFR cigs and vsbys with snow and blowing snow expected to begin
at KJMS by 18z and remain through the TAF cycle. MVFR and possible
IFR conditions in snow and blowing snow expected to begin at KBIS
around 21z. Otherwise VFR for KDIK/KISN/KMOT through much of this
afternoon and evening. Some MVFR cigs possible after 03z at
KMOT/KDIK. Northeasterly winds increasing to 25-30 knots with gusts
to 35-44 knots at KJMS. Near blizzard conditions expected at KJMS.

&&

.BIS WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Winter Storm Warning until 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ Friday for NDZ037-
045>048-050-051.

Winter Weather Advisory until 1 PM CDT Friday for NDZ025-036.

&&

UPDATE...AE
SHORT TERM...JV
LONG TERM...JV
AVIATION...JV
Hazardous weather outlook, Apr 11, 10:47 AM CDT, 24 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1047 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

NDZ037-045>048-050-051-121600-
Stutsman-Sioux-Emmons-Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
1047 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019 /947 AM MDT Thu Apr 11 2019/

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

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect through Friday morning. See
www.weather.gov/bis for details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect through Friday morning. See
www.weather.gov/bis for details.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Please report snow amounts to the National Weather Service in
Bismarck.

NDZ025-036-121600-
Foster-Kidder-
1047 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019

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

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect today through Friday
morning. See www.weather.gov/bis for more details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect through Friday morning.
See www.weather.gov/bis for more details.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Please report snow amounts to the National Weather Service in
Bismarck.

NDZ001>005-009>013-017>023-031>035-040>044-121600-
Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward-
McHenry-Pierce-McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean-Sheridan-Wells-
Golden Valley-Billings-Stark-Morton-Burleigh-Slope-Hettinger-
Grant-Bowman-Adams-
1047 AM CDT Thu Apr 11 2019 /947 AM MDT Thu Apr 11 2019/

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

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

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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.