Alert archive / North Dakota / Winter Storm Warnings in 2019
Winter Storm Warning 1, NWS Grand Forks, ND
NWS Grand Forks, ND issued this winter storm warning at Jan 27, 2019, 4:21 AM CST for 17 counties in North Dakota; 12 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Jan 27, 2019, 10:27 AM CST. It was in force for 4 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, 4:21 AM CST (10:21 UTC)
- In effect from
- Jan 27, 2019, 10:27 AM CST
- Expired
- Jan 27, 2019, 2:55 PM CST
- In force
- 4 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Grand Forks, ND
All 29 counties
Becker County, MN, Clay County, MN, Grant County, MN, Kittson County, MN, Mahnomen County, MN, Marshall County, MN, Norman County, MN, Otter Tail County, MN, Pennington County, MN, Polk County, MN, Red Lake County, MN, Wilkin County, MN, Barnes County, ND, Benson County, ND, Cass County, ND, Cavalier County, ND, Eddy County, ND, Grand Forks County, ND, Griggs County, ND, Nelson County, ND, Pembina County, ND, Ramsey County, ND, Ransom County, ND, Richland County, ND, Sargent County, ND, Steele County, ND, Towner County, ND, Traill County, ND, Walsh County, ND
The radar
The Fargo/Grand Forks radar (KMVX), 5 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 10:25 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, 10.4 hours before the alert went out and 272 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 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
The text
As transmitted.
625 WWUS43 KFGF 271021 WSWFGF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Grand Forks ND 421 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 NDZ006-007-014-015-024-026-028-038-049-052-054-281800- /O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0002.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KFGF.BZ.W.0002.190128T0000Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0001.190127T1800Z-190128T0000Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ Towner-Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Griggs-Barnes-Ransom- Sargent-Western Walsh County- Including the cities of Cando, Langdon, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, Valley City, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin 421 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills this morning. Heavy snow today and blizzard conditions tonight expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph with whiteout conditions tonight. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST today. For the Winter Storm Warning, from noon today to 6 PM CST this evening. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM this evening to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A 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. 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. 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. && $$ MNZ004-007-013>015-NDZ008-281800- /O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0002.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0001.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ Kittson-West Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-Pembina- Including the cities of Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, and St. Thomas 421 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills this morning. Heavy snow expected this afternoon. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph with blowing snow reducing visibility. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST today. For the Winter Storm Warning, from noon today to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Chill Warning means the combination of very cold air and the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions are not taken. A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ001>003-022-027>031-040-NDZ016-027-029-030-039-053-281800- /O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0002.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0001.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ West Polk-Norman-Clay-Mahnomen-West Becker-East Becker-Wilkin- West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Eastern Walsh County- Grand Forks-Steele-Traill-Cass-Richland- Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, and Wahpeton 421 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph with blowing snow reducing visibility. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from noon today to noon CST Monday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST today. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. 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. A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will combine to create low wind chills. Frostbite and hypothermia can occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and gloves. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ005-008-016-017-281800- /O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0038.190127T2100Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ Roseau-East Marshall-North Clearwater-South Beltrami- Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Bagley, Clearbrook, and Bemidji 421 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Snow expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches expected. * WHERE...Roseau, East Marshall, North Clearwater and South Beltrami Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST today. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Chill Warning means the combination of very cold air and the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions are not taken. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ006-009-271800- /O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami- Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, and Ponemah 421 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest Minnesota. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon CST Sunday. * 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. && $$ MNZ023-024-032-281800- /O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0038.190127T2100Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ South Clearwater-Hubbard-Wadena- Including the cities of Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, Wadena, and Menahga 421 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero. * WHERE...South Clearwater, Hubbard and Wadena Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST today. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will combine to create low wind chills. Frostbite and hypothermia can occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and gloves. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$
3 follow-up statements
684 WWUS43 KFGF 271627 WSWFGF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Grand Forks ND 1027 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 NDZ006-007-014-015-024-026-028-038-049-052-054-281800- /O.CAN.KFGF.WC.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ /O.EXT.KFGF.WS.W.0001.190127T1627Z-190128T0000Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0002.190128T0000Z-190128T1800Z/ Towner-Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Griggs-Barnes-Ransom- Sargent-Western Walsh County- Including the cities of Cando, Langdon, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, Valley City, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin 1027 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON CST MONDAY... ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph with whiteout conditions tonight. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero tonight. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM this evening to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. 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 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. 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 North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ004-007-013>015-NDZ008-281800- /O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0001.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/ Kittson-West Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-Pembina- Including the cities of Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, and St. Thomas 1027 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills and heavy snow expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero this morning and again tonight. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause blowing snow to reduce visibility. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST today. For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Chill Warning means the combination of very cold air and the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions are not taken. A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ001>003-022-027>031-040-NDZ016-027-029-030-039-053-281800- /O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0001.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ West Polk-Norman-Clay-Mahnomen-West Becker-East Becker-Wilkin- West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Eastern Walsh County- Grand Forks-Steele-Traill-Cass-Richland- Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, and Wahpeton 1027 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills and heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause blowing snow to reduce visibility. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero this morning and again tonight. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Monday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST today. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. 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. A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will combine to create low wind chills. Frostbite and hypothermia can occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and gloves. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ005-008-016-017-281800- /O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0038.190127T2100Z-190128T1800Z/ Roseau-East Marshall-North Clearwater-South Beltrami- Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Bagley, Clearbrook, and Bemidji 1027 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills and snow expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero this morning and again tonight. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches expected. * WHERE...East Marshall, Roseau, North Clearwater and South Beltrami Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST today. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Chill Warning means the combination of very cold air and the wind will create dangerously low wind chill values. Frostbite can occur quickly and even hypothermia or death if precautions are not taken. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ006-009-271800- /O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami- Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, and Ponemah 1027 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero expected this morning and again tonight. * WHERE...Lake Of The Woods and North Beltrami Counties. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * 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. && $$ MNZ023-024-032-281800- /O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0038.190127T2100Z-190128T1800Z/ South Clearwater-Hubbard-Wadena- Including the cities of Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, Wadena, and Menahga 1027 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills and snow expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero this morning and again tonight. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches expected. * WHERE...Hubbard, South Clearwater and Wadena Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST today. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will combine to create low wind chills. Frostbite and hypothermia can occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and gloves. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$
037 WWUS43 KFGF 271720 WSWFGF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Grand Forks ND 1120 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 NDZ038-049-052-281800- /O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190128T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0002.190127T1800Z-190128T0000Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0002.190128T0000Z-190128T1800Z/ Barnes-Ransom-Sargent- Including the cities of Valley City, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, and Rutland 1120 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Barnes, Ransom and Sargent Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM this evening to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. 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. 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 North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ NDZ006-007-014-015-024-026-028-054-281800- /O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190128T0000Z/ /O.EXT.KFGF.BZ.W.0002.190127T1720Z-190128T1800Z/ Towner-Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Griggs- Western Walsh County- Including the cities of Cando, Langdon, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin 1120 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST MONDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS REPLACED... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph with whiteout conditions tonight. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero tonight. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ004-007-013>015-NDZ008-281800- /O.CAN.KFGF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0001.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/ Kittson-West Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-Pembina- Including the cities of Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, and St. Thomas 1120 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST MONDAY... ...WIND CHILL WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills and heavy snow expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero this morning and again tonight. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause blowing snow to reduce visibility. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. 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 North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ005-008-016-017-281800- /O.CAN.KFGF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0038.190127T2100Z-190128T1800Z/ Roseau-East Marshall-North Clearwater-South Beltrami- Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Bagley, Clearbrook, and Bemidji 1120 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO NOON CST MONDAY... ...WIND CHILL WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills and snow expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero this morning and again tonight. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches expected. * WHERE...East Marshall, Roseau, North Clearwater and South Beltrami Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ006-009-271830- /O.CAN.KFGF.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami- Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, and Ponemah 1120 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL WARNING IS CANCELLED... Wind chills have improved so the warning has been cancelled. $$ MNZ001>003-022-027>031-040-NDZ016-027-029-030-039-053-281800- /O.CAN.KFGF.WC.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0001.190127T1800Z-190128T1800Z/ West Polk-Norman-Clay-Mahnomen-West Becker-East Becker-Wilkin- West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Eastern Walsh County- Grand Forks-Steele-Traill-Cass-Richland- Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, and Wahpeton 1120 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST MONDAY... ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills and heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause blowing snow to reduce visibility. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero again tonight. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ023-024-032-281800- /O.CAN.KFGF.WC.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-190127T1800Z/ /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0038.190127T2100Z-190128T1800Z/ South Clearwater-Hubbard-Wadena- Including the cities of Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, Wadena, and Menahga 1120 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO NOON CST MONDAY... ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills and snow expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches expected. * WHERE...Hubbard, South Clearwater and Wadena Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$
119 WWUS43 KFGF 272055 WSWFGF URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Grand Forks ND 255 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 NDZ038-049-052-281800- /O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190128T0000Z/ /O.EXB.KFGF.WW.Y.0038.190128T1200Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.EXT.KFGF.BZ.W.0002.190127T2055Z-190128T1200Z/ Barnes-Ransom-Sargent- Including the cities of Valley City, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, and Rutland 255 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO NOON CST MONDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT... Heavy snow and blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero tonight. * WHERE...Barnes, Ransom and Sargent Counties. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 AM CST Monday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 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 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 North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ001>004-007-013>015-022-027>031-040-NDZ008-016-027-029-030-039- 053-281800- /O.UPG.KFGF.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.EXB.KFGF.BZ.W.0002.190127T2055Z-190128T1200Z/ /O.EXB.KFGF.WW.Y.0038.190128T1200Z-190128T1800Z/ West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake- East Polk-Mahnomen-West Becker-East Becker-Wilkin-West Otter Tail- East Otter Tail-Grant-Pembina-Eastern Walsh County-Grand Forks- Steele-Traill-Cass-Richland- Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, and Wahpeton 255 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause whiteout conditions, mainly in open country. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero tonight. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 AM CST Monday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. 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 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 North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ NDZ006-007-014-015-024-026-028-054-281800- /O.EXB.KFGF.WW.Y.0038.190128T1200Z-190128T1800Z/ /O.EXT.KFGF.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190128T1200Z/ Towner-Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Griggs- Western Walsh County- Including the cities of Cando, Langdon, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Cooperstown, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin 255 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST MONDAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero tonight. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 AM CST Monday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. A Winter Weather Advisory for blowing snow means that visibilities will be limited due to strong winds blowing snow around. Use caution when traveling, especially in open areas. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$ MNZ006-009-281800- /O.NEW.KFGF.WC.Y.0010.190128T0000Z-190128T1800Z/ Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami- Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, and Ponemah 255 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero expected. * WHERE...Lake Of The Woods and North Beltrami Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will combine to create low wind chills. Frostbite and hypothermia can occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and gloves. && $$ MNZ005-008-016-017-023-024-032-281800- /O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0038.190127T2100Z-190128T1800Z/ Roseau-East Marshall-North Clearwater-South Beltrami- South Clearwater-Hubbard-Wadena- Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, Wadena, and Menahga 255 PM CST Sun Jan 27 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph will cause blowing snow to reduce visibility at times. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central and northwest Minnesota. * WHEN...Until noon CST Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1 in either state. && $$
What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this winter storm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Grand Forks, ND wrote its last area forecast discussion before this winter storm warning went out at Jan 27, 4:12 AM CST, 9 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Jan 27, 4:12 AM CST, 9 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
412 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019
.SHORT TERM...(Today and tonight)
Issued at 411 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019
What to do with pretty complex headlines is the main headache for
the period.
Arctic high pressure in place this morning, with the central and
eastern CWA in the 20s and 30s below zero. Many locations in this
area have calm winds, but cold is still extreme and any breeze of
a few knots quickly goes to advisory if not warning criteria.
Further west, temps are "only" in the teens below but southeast
winds are starting to come up ahead of the next system. Wind
chills are firmly in advisory criteria here and will be until warm
air advection starts having an effect later this morning. Thus,
will keep the wind chill warning and advisory areas that we have
going until 18Z.
The pattern will quickly shift as a clipper system moves out of
Canada into ND by later today. There is fairly decent agreement on
a strong low pressure system tracking into central and eastern ND
by 00Z and then off into the MS Valley by late tonight. Strong
warm air advection and a tight gradient of temperatures will move
into the CWA. Initial band of snow just to our west seems to be
fizzling before it reaches the ground. However, think we should
start saturating later this morning as the dry arctic air moves
off and the warmer temperatures move into the area. Snow rates
could be pretty decent as there is some 850mb frontogenesis along
with the broad synoptic lift. Snow ratios will be pretty high
with the cold air, although coming down a bit in the southwest as
warmer air moves in. Think there will be a decent band of 5 to 7
inches of accumulation tonight across all but our northeastern
counties.
With the snow amounts and southeast to east winds starting to pick
up ahead of the low pressure system, we will hit the special
winter storm warning criteria (4 inches with blowing) even if the
amounts themselves are a bit lower than we expect. The true
blizzard conditions however, should hold off until later tonight
as cold air advection kicks in behind the system. The best
pressure rises and cold air advection should skirt our western
counties during the 03 to 09Z time frame tonight. Went back and
forth on how to handle headlines, but on collaboration with
neighbor offices ultimately decided to put out a winter storm
warning for the watch area for today, then upgrade to blizzard
warning for the Devils Lake basin and southeastern ND later
tonight. The watch already mentioned blizzard conditions in that
area, and didn't want to back off on that and then upgrade later.
A lot of headlines in the WSW product, but will clarify with
messaging. On the eastern border of the winter storm warning in
MN, have a winter weather advisory for all but northern Beltrami
and Lake of the Woods. Wind chills will also be an issue again
tonight as cold air advection moves in, but will just mention in
the warning/advisory products for now.
.LONG TERM...(Monday through Saturday)
Issued at 411 AM CST Sun Jan 27 2019
12Z Mon - 12Z Wed
Upper level low pressure system over northern Canada will move south
into MN by 18Z Tue. A cold front will move out of Canada Mon and a
reinforcing cold shot Mon night/Tue.
Cold advection centered around the 850 hpa layer will create an
adiabatic layer for Tue afternoon with potential to mix down 30
knots north and 35-40 knots south. Low wind chills can be expected
Tue with high temps only in the teens below zero. Similar highs for
Wed but not as strong of a wind. Will need a wind chill watch or
warning at some point.
Wed - Sat
High amplitude long wave trough over eastern North America rotates
into the Canadian archipelago. Long wave upper ridge off the west
coast of North America splits with an omega block near the Bering
Straits. Southern stream ridge flattens and shifts into the western
US. Flow aloft becomes more zonal. The ECMWF ad the GFS are in
reasonable agreement through Thu. Upper ridge moves over the area by
Fri.
Arctic air will begin to shift east Thu/Fri. However arctic air may
return late Sat. The ECMWF was a farther north solution and
warmer than the GFS.
&&
.AVIATION...(For the 06Z TAFS through 06Z Sunday night)
Issued at 1146 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019
Conditions still expected to deteriorate as snow chances increase
from the west to the east Sunday morning, with LIFR or even VLIFR
conditions likely (worst conditions from KDVL to KFAR). Still not
as much confidence further east, but we still expect some impacts
as light snow spreads over northwest MN. We may see more
wind/blowing snow issues from KDVL to KFAR or further west Sunday
afternoon through the evening hours.
&&
.FGF WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
ND...Blizzard Warning from 6 PM this evening to noon CST Monday for
NDZ006-007-014-015-024-026-028-038-049-052-054.
Winter Storm Warning from noon today to 6 PM CST this evening
for NDZ006-007-014-015-024-026-028-038-049-052-054.
Wind Chill Advisory until noon CST today for NDZ006-007-014>016-
024-026>030-038-039-049-052>054.
Winter Storm Warning from noon today to noon CST Monday for
NDZ008-016-027-029-030-039-053.
Wind Chill Warning until noon CST today for NDZ008.
MN...Wind Chill Advisory until noon CST today for MNZ001>003-022>024-
027>032-040.
Winter Storm Warning from noon today to noon CST Monday for
MNZ001>004-007-013>015-022-027>031-040.
Winter Weather Advisory from 3 PM this afternoon to noon CST
Monday for MNZ005-008-016-017-023-024-032.
Wind Chill Warning until noon CST today for MNZ004>009-013>017.
&&
SHORT TERM...JR
LONG TERM...JH
AVIATION...DJRHazardous weather outlook, Jan 26, 3:41 PM CST, 12 hours 40 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Grand Forks ND 341 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019 MNZ001>004-007-013>015-022-027>031-040-NDZ006>008-014>016-024- 026>030-038-039-049-052>054-272145- West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake- East Polk-Mahnomen-West Becker-East Becker-Wilkin-West Otter Tail- East Otter Tail-Grant-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey- Eastern Walsh County-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill- Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-Western Walsh County- 341 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019 This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of eastern North Dakota, west central and northwest Minnesota. .DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight Wind chills as low as 45 below zero by Sunday morning. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from noon Sunday through noon Monday. Four to seven inches of snow is expected southwest of a line roughly from Hallock MN to Wadena MN. Also winds will increase Sunday night and reduce visibilities, especially in open areas. Blizzard conditions are possible in the Devil Lake and Southeastern ND area. Dangerous wind chills in the 30 to 60 below zero range are expected to persist from late Monday night through Friday morning. There is potential for this to be the coldest stretch since late January 2004. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Snowfall and visibility reports would be appreciated. MNZ005-006-008-009-016-017-023-024-032-272145- Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami- North Clearwater-South Beltrami-South Clearwater-Hubbard-Wadena- 341 PM CST Sat Jan 26 2019 This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of west central and northwest Minnesota. .DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight Wind chills as low as 50 below zero by Sunday morning. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday Dangerous wind chills in the 30 to 60 below zero range are expected to persist from late Monday night through Friday morning. There is potential for this to be the coldest stretch since late January 2004. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Snowfall and visibility reports would be appreciated.
The office that day
Everything else NWS Grand Forks, ND issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 27, 4:21 AM CST | Blizzard Warning | FGF | Barnes, Benson, Cass, Cavalier, Eddy, Grand Forks and 11 more | 24 hr |
| Jan 27, 4:21 AM CST | Winter Weather Advisory | FGF | Barnes, Benson, Cass, Cavalier, Eddy, Grand Forks and 11 more | 29 hr |
| Jan 27, 11:20 AM CST | Winter Storm Warning | FGF | Barnes, Ransom, Sargent | 4 hr |
| Jan 27, 2:55 PM CST | Wind Chill Advisory | FGF | Beltrami, Lake of the Woods | 18 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.