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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS La Crosse, WI

December 23, 2020Dodge County, Mower County, Olmsted County, Minnesota

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

TimeReportWhereRemark
Dec 23, 10:30 PM CSTSNOW 3Kasson, MN
Dec 23, 11:00 PM CSTSNOW 22 Wsw Austin, MNRELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. ESTIMATED TOTAL FOR WESTERN AUSTIN. LOCATION ESTIMATED.
Dec 23, 11:26 PM CSTSNOW 31 Ssw Rochester, MNESTIMATED SNOW AMOUNT DUE TO STRONG WINDS.
Dec 23, 11:59 PM CSTSNOW 1.32 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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2020-12-23Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2020-12-23The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 850 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
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Mixed-layer LCL
1598 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
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0-1 km storm-relative helicity
850 m²/s²
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The text

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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.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 22, 9:09 PM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryARXDodge, Fillmore, Mower, Olmsted, Wabasha, Winona29 hr

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Blizzard Warnings in Minnesota, 2020Every blizzard warning in 2020

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.