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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS La Crosse, WI
NWS La Crosse, WI issued this blizzard warning at Dec 23, 2020, 3:24 AM CST for Dodge County, Mower County, Olmsted County, Minnesota. It took effect at Dec 23, 2020, 3:00 PM CST. It was in force for 11 hr. 4 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
- Dec 23, 2020, 3:24 AM CST (09:24 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 23, 2020, 3:00 PM CST
- Expired
- Dec 24, 2020, 2:00 AM CST
- In force
- 11 hr
- Issued by
- NWS La Crosse, WI
Counties Dodge County, MN, Mower County, MN, Olmsted County, MN
The radar
The La Crosse radar (KARX), 119 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:23 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
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What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 23, 10:30 PM CST | SNOW 3 | Kasson, MN | |
| Dec 23, 11:00 PM CST | SNOW 2 | 2 Wsw Austin, MN | RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. ESTIMATED TOTAL FOR WESTERN AUSTIN. LOCATION ESTIMATED. |
| Dec 23, 11:26 PM CST | SNOW 3 | 1 Ssw Rochester, MN | ESTIMATED SNOW AMOUNT DUE TO STRONG WINDS. |
| Dec 23, 11:59 PM CST | SNOW 1.3 | 2 Ne Rochester Ap, MN |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Minneapolis, MN (KMPX), launched 00:00Z, 9.4 hours before the alert went out and 129 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
- 1598 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 50 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 850 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 949 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
120 WWUS43 KARX 230924 WSWARX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service La Crosse WI 324 AM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...Impacts to travel including some white-out conditions along with power outages expected from light snow, very strong winds, and rapidly falling temperatures... .Deteriorating conditions expected throughout today as rain develops this morning and early this afternoon, but will quickly changes to snow as cold air moves in from the northwest. Accumulations from half an inch up to four inches are expected. Any liquid remaining on surfaces may freeze with temperatures decreasing rapidly throughout the afternoon, and untreated surfaces will become slippery. Strong winds will be gusting from 35 to 50 mph from the northwest. Although the snow accumulations are expected on the lighter side, the combination of light snow, strong winds, and rapidly decreasing temperatures will impact afternoon and evening commute and holiday travelers. MNZ086-087-094-231730- /O.UPG.KARX.WW.Y.0019.201223T2100Z-201224T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KARX.BZ.W.0002.201223T2100Z-201224T0800Z/ Dodge-Olmsted-Mower- Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, and Austin 324 AM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches and ice accumulations or freezing of moisture on roads to a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted and Mower Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility with white-out conditions at times. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute and holiday travelers. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches with power outages. Any liquid that remains on untreated surfaces will freeze, creating slick travel conditions. Cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. 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. && $$ MNZ079-088-095-WIZ017-029-032>034-231730- /O.EXT.KARX.WW.Y.0019.201223T2100Z-201224T0800Z/ Wabasha-Winona-Fillmore-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-Jackson- Including the cities of Wabasha, Winona, Preston, Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, and Black River Falls 324 AM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches and ice accumulations or freezing of moisture on roads to a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central and west central Wisconsin and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute and holiday travelers. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches with power outages possible. Cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ DJ/Zapotocny
6 follow-up statements
209 WWUS43 KARX 231412 WSWARX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service La Crosse WI 812 AM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...Impacts to travel including some white-out conditions along with power outages expected from snow, very strong winds, and rapidly falling temperatures... .Deteriorating conditions expected today as rain develops this morning and early this afternoon, quickly changing to all snow this afternoon as cold air moves in on gusty northwest winds. Accumulations of an inch up to four inches are expected. Any liquid remaining on surfaces may freeze with the rapidly falling temperatures throughout the afternoon. Expect any untreated surfaces to become slippery. Strong winds will be gusting from 35 to 50 mph from the northwest beginning this afternoon and lasting into tonight. Although snow accumulations will be on the lighter side, the combination of this snow, strong winds, and rapidly decreasing temperatures will impact the afternoon and evening commute. Consider changing travel plans if possible. MNZ086-087-094-232215- /O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0002.201223T2100Z-201224T0800Z/ Dodge-Olmsted-Mower- Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, and Austin 812 AM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches and ice accumulations or freezing of moisture on roads to a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted and Mower Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility with white-out conditions at times. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact travel. Consider changing travel plans if possible. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches resulting in power outages. Any liquid that remains on untreated surfaces will freeze, creating slick travel conditions. Cold wind chills tonight as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. 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. && $$ MNZ079-088-095-WIZ017-029-032>034-232215- /O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0019.201223T2100Z-201224T0800Z/ Wabasha-Winona-Fillmore-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-Jackson- Including the cities of Wabasha, Winona, Preston, Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, and Black River Falls 812 AM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches and ice accumulations or freezing of moisture on roads to a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central and west central Wisconsin and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute and holiday travelers. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches with power outages possible. Cold wind chills tonight as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ DAS
797 WWUS43 KARX 231755 WSWARX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service La Crosse WI 1155 AM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...Impacts to travel including some white-out conditions, very strong winds, and rapidly falling temperatures... .Deteriorating conditions expected this afternoon, with rain and drizzle transitioning to all snow during the afternoon as gusty northwest winds usher in cold air. Snow accumulations of an inch up to four inches are expected. Any liquid remaining on surfaces may freeze with the rapidly falling temperatures throughout the afternoon. Expect any untreated surfaces to become slippery. Strong wind gusts of 35 to 50 mph from the northwest begin this afternoon and last into tonight. Although snow accumulations will be on the lighter side, the combination of this snow, strong winds, and rapidly decreasing temperatures will impact the afternoon and evening commute. Consider changing travel plans if possible. MNZ086-087-094-240200- /O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0002.201223T2100Z-201224T0800Z/ Dodge-Olmsted-Mower- Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, and Austin 1155 AM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches and ice accumulations or freezing of moisture on roads to a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted and Mower Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility with white-out conditions at times. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact travel. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and result in power outages. Cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero tonight could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. 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. && $$ MNZ079-088-095-WIZ017-029-032>034-240200- /O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0019.201223T2100Z-201224T0800Z/ Wabasha-Winona-Fillmore-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-Jackson- Including the cities of Wabasha, Winona, Preston, Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, and Black River Falls 1155 AM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central and west central Wisconsin and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero tonight could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ LL
625 WWUS43 KARX 231909 WSWARX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service La Crosse WI 109 PM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...Impacts to travel including some white-out conditions, very strong winds, and rapidly falling temperatures... .Deteriorating conditions will be seen later this afternoon, with light rain transitioning to all snow as gusty northwest winds usher in cold air. Snow accumulations of an inch up to four inches are expected. Any liquid remaining on surfaces may freeze with the rapidly falling temperatures by late this afternoon. Expect any untreated surfaces to become slippery. Strong wind gusts of 35 to 50 mph from the northwest begin this afternoon and last into tonight. Although snow accumulations will be on the lighter side, the combination of this snow, strong winds, and rapidly decreasing temperatures will impact the afternoon and evening commute. Consider changing travel plans if possible. MNZ086-087-094-240315- /O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0002.201223T2100Z-201224T0800Z/ Dodge-Olmsted-Mower- Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, and Austin 109 PM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches and ice accumulations or freezing of moisture on roads to a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted and Mower Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Widespread snow and blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility with white-out conditions at times. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact travel. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and result in power outages. Cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero tonight could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. 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. && $$ IAZ008-009-018-019-240315- /O.EXB.KARX.WW.Y.0019.201223T1909Z-201224T0800Z/ Mitchell-Howard-Floyd-Chickasaw- Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Charles City, and New Hampton 109 PM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST THURSDAY... The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for a portion of northeast Iowa, which is in effect until 2 AM CST Thursday. * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central and west central Wisconsin and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will likely impact the evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero tonight could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ MNZ079-088-095-WIZ017-029-032>034-240315- /O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0019.201223T2100Z-201224T0800Z/ Wabasha-Winona-Fillmore-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-Jackson- Including the cities of Wabasha, Winona, Preston, Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, and Black River Falls 109 PM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central and west central Wisconsin and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will likely impact the evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero tonight could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ DAS
520 WWUS43 KARX 232318 WSWARX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service La Crosse WI 518 PM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...Impacts to travel including some white-out conditions, very strong winds, and rapidly falling temperatures... .Road conditions will quickly go from good to poor to bad as snow moves into portion of southeast Minnesota early this evening. White out conditions and widespread accidents are occurring across a large swath of southern through central Minnesota due to the snow and wind. Meanwhile, temperatures are quickly plummeting from the mild conditions of earlier in the day. Icy spots may develop on wet roads and sidewalks as these surfaces freeze. Strong northwest wind gusts of 35 to 50 mph will pummel much of the area tonight. Power outages and tree damage could occur. MNZ086-087-094-240730- /O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-201224T0800Z/ Dodge-Olmsted-Mower- Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, and Austin 518 PM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches. Light glaze of ice possible from freezing precipitation or freezing of moisture on roads. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted and Mower Counties. * WHEN...Until 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ IAZ008-009-018-019-MNZ079-088-095-WIZ017-029-032>034-240730- /O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-201224T0800Z/ Mitchell-Howard-Floyd-Chickasaw-Wabasha-Winona-Fillmore-Taylor- Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-Jackson- Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Charles City, New Hampton, Wabasha, Winona, Preston, Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, and Black River Falls 518 PM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Mixed precipitation. Total snow accumulations up to 2 inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of west central Wisconsin, and northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Rieck
944 WWUS43 KARX 240342 WSWARX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service La Crosse WI 942 PM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...Treacherous Travel Tonight...Snow, Strong Winds Continue... .Strong winds and snow have lead to hazardous travel across much of southeast Minnesota this evening. The combination of snow and wind were severely reducing visibilities, near white-out conditions at times. Travel should be avoided across southeast Minnesota if possible. Elsewhere, freezing temperatures, snow and the strong winds have resulted in slippery travel across parts of northeast Iowa and western Wisconsin. Poor driving conditions should be anticipated through the rest of the night. Strong northwest wind gusts of 35 to 50 mph will continue to pummel much of the area tonight. Power outages and tree damage could occur. MNZ086-087-094-240800- /O.CON.KARX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-201224T0800Z/ Dodge-Olmsted-Mower- Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, and Austin 942 PM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of up to 1 inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted and Mower Counties. * WHEN...Until 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ IAZ008-009-018-019-MNZ079-088-095-WIZ017-029-032>034-240800- /O.CON.KARX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-201224T0800Z/ Mitchell-Howard-Floyd-Chickasaw-Wabasha-Winona-Fillmore-Taylor- Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-Jackson- Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Charles City, New Hampton, Wabasha, Winona, Preston, Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, and Black River Falls 942 PM CST Wed Dec 23 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 1 inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of western Wisconsin, northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 2 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Rieck
074 WWUS43 KARX 240755 WSWARX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service La Crosse WI 155 AM CST Thu Dec 24 2020 MNZ086-087-094-241600- /O.EXP.KARX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-201224T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KARX.WC.Y.0005.201224T0900Z-201224T1800Z/ Dodge-Olmsted-Mower- Including the cities of Dodge Center, Rochester, and Austin 155 AM CST Thu Dec 24 2020 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 2 AM CST EARLY THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero. * WHERE...Dodge, Olmsted and Mower Counties. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. && $$ IAZ008-009-018-019-MNZ095-241600- /O.EXP.KARX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-201224T0800Z/ /O.NEW.KARX.WC.Y.0005.201224T0900Z-201224T1800Z/ Mitchell-Howard-Floyd-Chickasaw-Fillmore- Including the cities of Osage, Cresco, Charles City, New Hampton, and Preston 155 AM CST Thu Dec 24 2020 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 2 AM CST EARLY THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 25 below zero. * WHERE...In Iowa, Mitchell, Howard, Floyd and Chickasaw Counties. In Minnesota, Fillmore County. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. && $$ MNZ079-088-WIZ017-029-032>034-240900- /O.EXP.KARX.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-201224T0800Z/ Wabasha-Winona-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-Jackson- Including the cities of Wabasha, Winona, Medford, Neillsville, Alma, Arcadia, Whitehall, and Black River Falls 155 AM CST Thu Dec 24 2020 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 2 AM CST EARLY THIS MORNING... The windy and snowy conditions have improved thus the winter weather advisory will be allowed to expire, however continue to exercise caution and use your winter driving skills when traveling. $$ IAZ010-029-241600- /O.NEW.KARX.WC.Y.0005.201224T0900Z-201224T1800Z/ Winneshiek-Fayette- Including the cities of Decorah and Oelwein 155 AM CST Thu Dec 24 2020 ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 20 below zero. * WHERE...Winneshiek and Fayette Counties. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. && $$ DJ/Zapotocny
The office that day
Everything else NWS La Crosse, WI issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 9:09 PM CST | Winter Weather Advisory | ARX | Dodge, Fillmore, Mower, Olmsted, Wabasha, Winona | 29 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.