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Winter Storm Warning 2, NWS Grand Forks, ND

April 1, 202017 counties in North Dakota; 13 counties in Minnesota

NWS Grand Forks, ND issued this winter storm warning at Apr 1, 2020, 3:30 PM CDT for 17 counties in North Dakota; 13 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Apr 1, 2020, 10:00 PM CDT. It was in force for 36 hr. 60 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Apr 1, 2020, 3:30 PM CDT (20:30 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 1, 2020, 10:00 PM CDT
Expired
Apr 3, 2020, 9:34 AM CDT
In force
36 hr
Issued by
NWS Grand Forks, ND
All 30 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, Roseau 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), 9 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:34 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

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

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Apr 2, 7:00 AM CDTFREEZING RAIN 0.2Fargo, NDICE GLAZE ON MOST SURFACES WITH 0.4 INCH LIQUID.
Apr 2, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 12 Nne Backoo, NDCO-OP OBSERVER STATION CVLN8 CAVALIER ND 7 NW.
Apr 2, 8:00 AM CDTSNOW 22 Nw Valley City, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-BR-2 VALLEY CITY ND 2.0 NW. THE DURATION OF THE SNOW EVENT WAS 24 HOURS.
Apr 2, 9:00 AM CDTSNOW 12 Sw Fillmore, NDCO-OP OBSERVER STATION ESMN8 ESMOND ND 9 NNW.
Apr 2, 9:30 AM CDTSNOW 1.55 Ssw Blabon, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-ST-3 HOPE ND 5.4 WNW, STILL SNOWING.
Apr 2, 11:23 AM CDTSNOW 2Emerado, NDESTIMATED TOTAL FROM SOCIAL MEDIA AND STILL SNOWING. THE DURATION OF THE SNOW EVENT WAS 24 HOURS.
Apr 2, 12:30 PM CDTSNOW 2.2Karlstad, MNSTORM TOTAL SO FAR AND STILL SNOWING.
Apr 2, 1:10 PM CDTSNOW 2.5Alvarado, MNSTORM TOTAL SO FAR AND STILL SNOWING.
Apr 2, 1:12 PM CDTSNOW 31 Wnw Grand Forks, NDGRFN8 6 HOUR AND STORM TOTAL AND STILL SNOWING.
Apr 2, 1:40 PM CDTSNOW 5Grand Forks, NDSTORM TOTAL SO FAR AND STILL SNOWING.
Apr 2, 2:00 PM CDTSNOW 2.72 Se Grand Forks, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-GF-8 GRAND FORKS ND 2.5 SE.
Apr 2, 2:00 PM CDTSNOW 5Valley City, NDSTORM TOTAL SNOW AND STILL SNOWING.
Apr 2, 5:34 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 6.83 Se Thompson, NDVIEWER PHOTO OF TAPE MEASURED SNOW.
Apr 2, 5:37 PM CDTSLEET 1.5Fargo, NDOVER 1.5 INCHES OF SLEET ON TOP OF 0.25 INCHES OF FZRA.
Apr 2, 5:37 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 7Page, NDPUBLIC REPORT RELAYED BY BROADCAST MEDIA.
Apr 2, 6:16 PM CDTSNOW 5Finley, NDCORRECTS PREVIOUS HEAVY SNOW REPORT FROM FINLEY. VIEWER REPROT RELAYED BY BROADCAST MEDIA.
Apr 2, 6:16 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 5Finley, NDVIEWER REPROT RELAYED BY BROADCAST MEDIA.
Apr 2, 6:17 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 81 S Hatton, NDVIEWER PHOTO OF RULER MEASUREMENT.
Apr 2, 6:40 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 6Grand Forks, ND
Apr 2, 6:46 PM CDTSNOW 3.8Shelly, MNVIEWER REPORT.
Apr 2, 8:00 PM CDTSNOW 4Hallock, MNVIEWER MEASUREMENT RELAYED BY BROADCAST MEDIA.
Apr 2, 8:45 PM CDTSNOW 5.8Shelly, MNVIEWER MEASUREMENT RELAYED BY BROADCAST MEDIA.
Apr 2, 11:00 PM CDTHEAVY SNOW 10Karlstad, MNCORRECTS PREVIOUS SNOW REPORT FROM KARLSTAD. TOTAL THROUGH 1112 PM CDT. RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
Apr 2, 11:00 PM CDTSNOW 10Karlstad, MNTOTAL THROUGH 1112 PM CDT. RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
Apr 3, 4:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 6Roseau, MNCORRECTS PREVIOUS SNOW REPORT FROM ROSEAU. EVENT TOTAL AS OF 4AM. REPORT OF 5 TO 6 INCHES AT RADIO STATION.
Apr 3, 4:00 AM CDTSNOW 6Roseau, MNEVENT TOTAL AS OF 4AM. REPORT OF 5 TO 6 INCHES AT RADIO STATION.
Apr 3, 4:05 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 111 Ne Greenbush, MNESTIMATED 10 TO 12 INCHES OF SNOW FROM BADGER TO GREENBUST ALONG HWY 11.
Apr 3, 4:05 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 111 Ne Greenbush, MNESTIMATED 10 TO 12 INCHES OF SNOW FROM BADGER TO GREENBUST ALONG HWY 11.
Apr 3, 6:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 82 Se Grand Forks, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-GF-8 GRAND FORKS ND 2.5 SE.
Apr 3, 6:45 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 9.84 S Warren, MNVIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTICE STORM 0.32 Ne New York Mills, MNTOTAL PRECIP OF 0.37 INCHES, 0.30 INCHES OF ICE.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTICE STORM 0.32 Ne New York Mills, MNTOTAL PRECIP OF 0.37 INCHES, 0.30 INCHES OF ICE.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 1.74 Ne Breckenridge, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION BKEM5 BRECKENRIDGE MN 3 E.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 2Wahpeton, NDCORRECTS PREVIOUS HEAVY SNOW REPORT FROM WAHPETON. SLEET AND SNOW MIX.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 2Wahpeton, NDSLEET AND SNOW MIX.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 42 Nne Backoo, NDCO-OP OBSERVER STATION CVLN8 CAVALIER ND 7 NW.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 44 S Mooreton, ND24 HOUR STOR TOTAL. WITH 0.90 TOTAL LIQUID AS RAIN SLEET AND SNOW.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 4Abercrombie, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-RC-8 ABERCROMBIE ND 0.2 NW.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 4.51 Wsw Lidgerwood, NDCO-OP OBSERVER STATION LGRN8 LIDGERWOOD ND.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 4.8Lisbon, NDCO-OP OBSERVER STATION LISN8 LISBON ND.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 5.54 Sse Walhalla, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-PM-3 WALHALLA 3.6 SSE.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 5.83 S Moorhead, MNEVENT TOTAL THROUGH 7AM.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 5.83 S Moorhead, MNCORRECTS PREVIOUS HEAVY SNOW REPORT FROM 3 S MOORHEAD. EVENT TOTAL THROUGH 7AM.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 6Argusville, NDREPORT POSTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 6Golden Lake, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-ST-1 HATTON ND 9.1 WSW.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 6.51 Ne Pembina, NDCO-OP OBSERVER STATION PBAN8 PEMBINA ND.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 74 Wnw Pisek, NDCO-OP OBSERVER STATION LNKN8 LANKIN ND 6 E.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 7Horace, NDREPORT AND PHOTO POSTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 7Walcott, NDREPORT POSTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 7.63 N Moorhead, MN24 HOUR STORM TOTAL SNOW THROUGH 7AM.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 7.63 N Moorhead, MN24 HOUR STORM TOTAL SNOW THROUGH 7AM.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 83 Sse Grand Forks, NDEVENT TOTAL THROUGH 7AM.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 83 Sse Grand Forks, NDEVENT TOTAL THROUGH 7AM.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 8Hallock, MNSTORM TOTAL TO 7AM.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 8.5Harwood, NDPHOTO AND REPORT POSTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 102 W Grand Forks, NDA 24 HOUR SNOWFALL THROUGH 7AM AT NWS GRAND FORKS OFFICE.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 102 W Grand Forks, NDA 24 HOUR SNOWFALL THROUGH 7AM AT NWS GRAND FORKS OFFICE.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 11Greenbush, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION GBHM5 GREENBUSH MN.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 11Greenbush, MNEVENT AND 24 HOUR TOTAL THROUGH 7AM.
Apr 3, 7:00 AM CDTHEAVY SNOW 12Buxton, NDPHOTO POSTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Bismarck Municip, ND (KBIS), launched 12:00Z, 8.5 hours before the alert went out and 277 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Bismarck Municip, ND at 12:00Z on 2020-04-01Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Bismarck Municip, ND at 12:00Z on 2020-04-01The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 126 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
937 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
47 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
126 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
109 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

867 
WWUS43 KFGF 012030
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
330 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ007-008-015-016-024-026>030-038-039-049-052-054-
031800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200402T1100Z-200403T1700Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0002.200402T0300Z-200403T1800Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Cavalier-Pembina-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-
Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Langdon, Cavalier, 
Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Devils Lake, 
Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna,
Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
330 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM
CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 4 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of up to one tenth of an
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph could cause some blowing
  and drifting snow in open areas Thursday and Thursday night.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NDZ006-014-031800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200402T1100Z-200403T1700Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0002.200402T1200Z-200403T1800Z/
Towner-Benson-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
and Minnewaukan
330 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THURSDAY TO 1 PM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 4 to 6 inches and a light glaze of ice. Winds gusting as 
  high as 35 mph could cause some blowing and drifting snow in 
  open areas Thursday and Thursday night.

* WHERE...Towner and Benson Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Thursday to 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ022-027-030-040-040000-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200402T2000Z-200403T1700Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0002.200402T1800Z-200404T0000Z/
Mahnomen-West Becker-West Otter Tail-Grant-
Including the cities of Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, 
Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
and Barrett
330 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THURSDAY TO 7 PM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 2 to 5 inches and ice accumulations of up to one tenth of an
  inch. 

* WHERE...Mahnomen, West Becker, West Otter Tail and Grant 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Thursday to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ002-003-005-008-013>015-029-NDZ053-040000-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200402T1100Z-200403T1700Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0002.200402T1800Z-200404T0000Z/
Norman-Clay-Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Wilkin-Richland-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Breckenridge, and Wahpeton
330 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THURSDAY TO 7 PM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 4 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of up to one tenth of an
  inch. 

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Thursday to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ006-040000-
/O.EXB.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200403T0300Z-200404T0000Z/
Lake Of The Woods-
Including the city of Baudette
330 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix possible. Total snow accumulations
  of 3 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of up to one tenth of an
  inch possible.

* WHERE...Lake Of The Woods County.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$

MNZ009-016-017-023-024-032-040000-
/O.EXB.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200403T0300Z-200404T0000Z/
North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-South Clearwater-
Hubbard-Wadena-
Including the cities of Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, Bagley, 
Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, Wadena, 
and Menahga
330 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix possible. Total snow accumulations
  of one to three inches and ice accumulations of up to one tenth
  of an inch possible.

* WHERE...The Park Rapids to Bemidji corridor.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$

MNZ028-031-040000-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200403T0300Z-200404T0000Z/
East Becker-East Otter Tail-
Including the cities of Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, and Battle Lake
330 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix possible. Total snow accumulations
  of one to three inches and ice accumulations of up to one tenth
  of an inch possible.

* WHERE...East Becker and East Otter Tail Counties.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$
8 follow-up statements
035 
WWUS43 KFGF 020252
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
952 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

NDZ006-014-031800-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WS.W.0002.200402T0300Z-200403T1800Z/
Towner-Benson-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
and Minnewaukan
952 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 6 inches and a light glaze of ice. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph could cause some blowing and 
  drifting snow in open areas Thursday and Thursday night.

* WHERE...Towner and Benson Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ007-008-015-016-024-026>030-038-039-049-052-054-
031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.200402T0300Z-200403T1800Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Cavalier-Pembina-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-
Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Langdon, Cavalier, 
Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Devils Lake, 
Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna,
Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
952 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph could 
  cause some blowing and drifting snow in open areas Thursday 
  and Thursday night.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ002-003-005-008-013>015-022-027-029-030-040-NDZ053-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.200402T1800Z-200404T0000Z/
Norman-Clay-Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Mahnomen-West Becker-Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Richland-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, 
Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
Barrett, and Wahpeton
952 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THURSDAY TO
7 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 5 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch.

* WHERE...Mahnomen, West Becker, West Otter Tail and Grant 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Thursday to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ006-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200403T0300Z-200404T0000Z/
Lake Of The Woods-
Including the city of Baudette
952 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix possible. Total snow 
  accumulations of 3 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch possible.

* WHERE...Lake Of The Woods County.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$

MNZ028-031-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200403T0300Z-200404T0000Z/
East Becker-East Otter Tail-
Including the cities of Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, and Battle Lake
952 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix possible. Total snow 
  accumulations of one to three inches and ice accumulations of 
  up to one tenth of an inch possible.

* WHERE...East Becker and East Otter Tail Counties.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$

MNZ009-016-017-023-024-032-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200403T0300Z-200404T0000Z/
North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-South Clearwater-
Hubbard-Wadena-
Including the cities of Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, Bagley, 
Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, Wadena, 
and Menahga
952 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix possible. Total snow 
  accumulations of one to three inches and ice accumulations of 
  up to one tenth of an inch possible.

* WHERE...The Park Rapids to Bemidji corridor.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$
630 
WWUS43 KFGF 020904
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
404 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ007-008-015-016-024-026>030-038-039-049-052-054-
031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Cavalier-Pembina-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-
Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Langdon, Cavalier, 
Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Devils Lake, 
Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna,
Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
404 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 5 to 9 inches and ice accumulations of up to one fifteen
  hundredths of an inch.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NDZ006-014-031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
Towner-Benson-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
and Minnewaukan
404 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 3 to 7 inches and a light glaze of ice.

* WHERE...Towner and Benson Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ002-003-005-008-013>015-022-027-029-030-040-NDZ053-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.200402T1800Z-200404T0000Z/
Norman-Clay-Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Mahnomen-West Becker-Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Richland-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, 
Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
Barrett, and Wahpeton
404 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 7 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 2 to 5 inches and ice accumulations of up to one tenth of an
  inch.

* WHERE...Mahnomen, West Becker, West Otter Tail and Grant 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Thursday to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ006-009-016-017-023-024-028-031-032-040000-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0003.200403T0300Z-200404T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0009.200403T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
Park Rapids, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, 
Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
404 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
7 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 2 to 4 inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze.

* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest and west 
  central Minnesota.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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.

&&

$$
Speicher
492 
WWUS43 KFGF 021707
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1207 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ007-008-015-016-024-026>030-038-039-049-052-054-
031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Cavalier-Pembina-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-
Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Langdon, Cavalier, 
Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Devils Lake, 
Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna,
Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
1207 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow, with total accumulations of 5 to 9 inches. Some 
  blowing and drifting snow, especially in open country.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Many ditches are full
  of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into 
  one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NDZ006-014-031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
Towner-Benson-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
and Minnewaukan
1207 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow, with total accumulations of 3 to 7 inches. Some 
  blowing and drifting snow, especially in open country.

* WHERE...Towner and Benson Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Many ditches are full
  of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into 
  one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ002-003-005-008-013>015-022-027-029-030-040-NDZ053-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.200402T1800Z-200404T0000Z/
Norman-Clay-Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Mahnomen-West Becker-Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Richland-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, 
Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
Barrett, and Wahpeton
1207 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 5 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch.

* WHERE...Mahnomen, West Becker, West Otter Tail and Grant 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Thursday to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Many ditches are full
  of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into 
  one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ006-009-016-017-023-024-028-031-032-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0009.200403T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
Park Rapids, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, 
Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
1207 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS
EVENING TO 7 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Rain changing to a wintry mix and then snow. Total snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches and ice accumulations of a light 
  glaze.

* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest and west 
  central Minnesota.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Many ditches are
  full of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road
  into one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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.

&&

$$
465 
WWUS43 KFGF 022052
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
352 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ007-008-015-016-024-026>030-038-039-049-052-054-
031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Cavalier-Pembina-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-
Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Langdon, Cavalier, 
Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Devils Lake, 
Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna,
Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
352 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow. Total accumulations of 5 to 9 inches, with locally
  higher amounts possible. Some blowing and drifting snow, 
  especially in open country. Very heavy snow rates are possible 
  within this area, which will result in huge differences in 
  snowfall over short distances. 

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Many ditches are full
  of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into
  one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NDZ006-014-031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
Towner-Benson-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
and Minnewaukan
352 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow, with total accumulations of 3 to 7 inches. Some 
  blowing and drifting snow, especially in open country.

* WHERE...Towner and Benson Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Many ditches are full
  of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into
  one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ002-003-005-008-013>015-022-027-029-030-040-NDZ053-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Norman-Clay-Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Mahnomen-West Becker-Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Richland-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, 
Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
Barrett, and Wahpeton
352 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 5 inches and ice accumulations of up to 
  one tenth of an inch.

* WHERE...Mahnomen, West Becker, West Otter Tail and Grant 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Thursday to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Many ditches are full
  of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into
  one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ006-009-016-017-023-024-028-031-032-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0009.200403T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
Park Rapids, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, 
Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
352 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS
EVENING TO 7 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Rain changing to a wintry mix and then snow. Total snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches and ice accumulations of a 
  light glaze.

* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest and west 
  central Minnesota.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Many ditches are
  full of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road
  into one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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.

&&

$$
610 
WWUS43 KFGF 030310
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1010 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ007-008-015-016-024-026>030-038-039-049-052-054-
031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Cavalier-Pembina-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-
Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Langdon, Cavalier, 
Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Devils Lake, 
Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna,
Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
1010 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow. Total accumulations of 5 to 9 inches, with 
  locally higher amounts possible. Some blowing and drifting 
  snow, especially in open country. Very heavy snow rates are 
  possible within this area, which will result in huge 
  differences in snowfall over short distances.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with snow on top of ice
  accumulation. Many ditches are full of ice cold water from the 
  snowmelt. Sliding off the road into one of these ditches could 
  be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NDZ006-014-031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
Towner-Benson-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
and Minnewaukan
1010 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow, with total accumulations of 3 to 7 inches. Some 
  blowing and drifting snow, especially in open country.

* WHERE...Towner and Benson Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Many ditches are full 
  of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into 
  one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ002-003-005-008-013>015-022-027-029-030-040-NDZ053-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Norman-Clay-Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Mahnomen-West Becker-Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Richland-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, 
Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
Barrett, and Wahpeton
1010 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and a wintry mix expected. Total snow accumulations
  of 2 to 5 inches and ice accumulations of up to two tenths of 
  an inch.

* WHERE...Mahnomen, West Becker, West Otter Tail and Grant 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Thursday to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Many ditches are full 
  of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into 
  one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ006-009-016-017-023-024-028-031-032-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
Park Rapids, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, 
Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
1010 PM CDT Thu Apr 2 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Rain changing to a wintry mix and then snow. Total snow
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches and ice accumulations up to a
  tenth of an inch. 

* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest and west 
  central Minnesota.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Many ditches are 
  full of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road 
  into one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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.

&&

$$
467 
WWUS43 KFGF 030848
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
348 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ007-008-015-016-024-026>030-038-039-049-052-054-
031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Cavalier-Pembina-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-
Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Langdon, Cavalier, 
Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Devils Lake, 
Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna,
Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
348 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow. Additional accumulations of 1 to 2 inches this 
  morning. Locally higher amounts can't be ruled out. Some blowing
  and drifting snow, especially in open country. Heavy snow rates
  are possible, which will result in huge differences in snowfall
  over short distances.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT today.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult with snow on top of 
  ice accumulation. Many ditches are full of ice cold water from 
  the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into one of these ditches 
  could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NDZ006-014-031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
Towner-Benson-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
and Minnewaukan
348 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow. Additional accumulations of 1 to 2 inches this
  morning. Some blowing and drifting snow, especially in open
  country. Heavy snow rates are possible through the morning
  commute, which will result in huge differences in snowfall over 
  short distances.

* WHERE...Towner and Benson Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT today.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Many ditches are full 
  of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into 
  one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ002-003-005-008-013>015-022-027-029-030-040-NDZ053-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Norman-Clay-Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Mahnomen-West Becker-Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Richland-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, 
Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
Barrett, and Wahpeton
348 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and freezing drizzle. Additional snow accumulations
  1 to 2 inches through this afternoon. Snow rates will be heavy 
  at times. A light glaze of ice this morning. Some blowing and 
  drifting snow, especially in open country.

* WHERE...Mahnomen, West Becker, West Otter Tail and Grant 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Friday. 

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Many ditches are full 
  of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road into 
  one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ006-009-016-017-023-024-028-031-032-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
Park Rapids, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, 
Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
348 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and freezing drizzle. Additional snow accumulations
  1 to 2 inches through this afternoon. A light glaze of ice
  possible this morning.

* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest and west 
  central Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Friday. 

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Many ditches are 
  full of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road 
  into one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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.

&&

$$
367 
WWUS43 KFGF 031352
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
852 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

NDZ006-007-014-015-024-031500-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
Towner-Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-
Including the cities of Cando, Langdon, Fort Totten, Maddock, 
Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, and New Rockford
852 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Snow has ended across western portions of the Devils Lake region.

$$

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ008-016-026>030-038-039-049-052-054-031800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina-Eastern Walsh-Nelson-
Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-
Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla,
Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, Lakota,
Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, 
Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Valley City, Fargo, 
Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, 
Adams, and Lankin
852 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

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

* WHAT...Snow. Additional accumulations less than an inch. Some
  blowing and drifting snow, especially in open country. 

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and 
  southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT today.

* IMPACTS...Travel will still be very difficult. Many ditches are
  full of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road 
  into one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ002-003-005-008-013>015-022-027-029-030-040-NDZ053-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Norman-Clay-Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Mahnomen-West Becker-Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Richland-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, 
Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
Barrett, and Wahpeton
852 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional accumulations less than an inch.

* WHERE...Mahnomen, West Becker, West Otter Tail and Grant 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will still be very difficult. Many ditches are
  full of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road
  into one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ006-009-016-017-023-024-028-031-032-040000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
Park Rapids, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, 
Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
852 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional accumulations less than an inch.

* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest and west 
  central Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will still be very difficult. Many ditches are
  full of ice cold water from the snowmelt. Sliding off the road
  into one of these ditches could be disastrous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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.

&&

$$
997 
WWUS43 KFGF 031434
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
934 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ008-016-026>030-038-039-049-052-054-031545-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200403T1800Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina-Eastern Walsh-Nelson-
Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-
Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla,
Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, Lakota,
Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, 
Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Valley City, Fargo, 
Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, Edinburg, 
Adams, and Lankin
934 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Conditions will continue to improve this morning.

$$

MNZ002-003-005-008-013>015-022-027-029-030-040-NDZ053-031545-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Norman-Clay-Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Mahnomen-West Becker-Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Richland-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, 
Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
Barrett, and Wahpeton
934 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Conditions will continue to improve this morning.

$$

MNZ006-009-016-017-023-024-028-031-032-031545-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-200404T0000Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
Park Rapids, Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, 
Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
934 AM CDT Fri Apr 3 2020

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Conditions will continue to improve this morning.

$$

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 Apr 1, 3:17 PM CDT, 13 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Apr 1, 3:17 PM CDT, 13 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
317 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

.SHORT TERM...(This evening through Thursday night)
Issued at 317 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

Complicated forecast, with the main concern being the
precipitation amounts and type over the next few days.

What is different? Looking through the model runs today, there are
some new things apparent. First of all, the event will come out in
pieces. The first one covers tonight through Thursday morning,
while the second covers Thursday afternoon into Friday morning and
beyond. Precipitation amounts with the second round are much
higher now, so when combining these with the first round, a lot of
the region could see 0.50 to 1.50 inches of precipitation. There
are still differences/uncertainty in where the rain/snow line will
be throughout both events. This means impacts will arrive first
west of the Red River Valley (tonight)...and not east of the
valley until tomorrow (Thursday).

Going to keep the discussion short...but forcing mechanisms still
change throughout the event. Tonight there is a good 850mb jet,
warm advection, and even some instability (mainly across the
southern FA). Any convective type echoes could drop heavier
precipitation amounts...but it would be mainly rain to the east
and a wintry mix to the west. For the second event, the 700mb low
approaches, bringing potential deformation. There is still weak
warm advection wrapping into the system.

There is a large thermal gradient across the FA right now. Coolest
temperatures and the wintry mix will move into the Langdon to
Cooperstown corridor tonight...then toward the Red River Valley
toward morning. This will back up toward the Cando and Leeds areas
on Thursday...then east into the areas east of the valley Thursday
afternoon. Will take the longest to reach the far east, so will
maintain a watch for that area. For all other areas, going with a
winter storm warning for the combination of snow, ice, and even a
little blowing and drifting snow. Effects/impacts from the system
should begin to wind down on Friday.

.LONG TERM...(Friday through Wednesday)
Issued at 317 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

This period will be defined by more or less zonal flow. This is a
fairly unpredictable pattern so not a lot can be said about
details. The main impact or concern this period will be periodic
precipitation chances and potential winter impacts. Generally,
warmer temperatures will result as the pattern evolves to become
more zonal given the time of year, but the periodic upper waves
propagating within this flow pattern will cause fluctuations in
temperatures likely not seen in the model blends. This means that
a stronger wave could lead to cooler temperatures and thus
snowfall, and maybe even stronger winds at times. As of now
guidance is not indicating any strong signals for impactful
weather events, but this is something that will need to be
monitored although potential is very low. Generally, anticipate
daytime temperatures in the 40s with nighttime values near or
slightly above freezing. Majority of the period will be dry,
although with a few periods of precipitation chances.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 18Z TAFS through 18Z Thursday afternoon)
Issued by National Weather Service Duluth Minnesota
Issued at 104 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

Inverted surface trough axis was located just to the east of a
PIR/RUG/CYBR line as of 17Z today. Rain showers were located
along and ahead of the trough with a change over to snow farther
west where colder air is found. Think rain showers will be the
main precipitation type this afternoon into the evening as the
cold air will be slow to move eastward through eastern North
Dakota and into northwest Minnesota. Ceilings will drop into the
MVFR range a few hours after showers move over the terminals.
Change over to snow at GFK/FAR/DVL/TVF expected after 02.11Z and
will be the dominant precip type through the end of the forecast
period. Flying conditions will be poor for Thursday afternoon
into Thursday evening with ceilings and visibility dipping into
IFR for most locations.

&&

.HYDROLOGY...
Issued at 104 PM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

The main issue moving forward is placement and amounts of mixed
precipitation from upcoming event(s) tonight through Fri. New
information is making this a highly changeable situation but for now
the most pcpn. is likely to fall over parts of NW MN.

48 hour precipitation amounts have already been included in the
latest river point forecasts, and have not resulted in large bump
ups to stages or crests for most of the riverine system.

The MN tributaries continue to project mostly minor to moderate
flooding with some backwater effects. The ND tributaries are largely
the same, with most of the moderate flooding along the Sheyenne and
Maple rivers, with minor flooding or high water north of that.

As for the mainstem Red, the East Grand Forks point is now expected
to achieve major flood status (albeit barely) by late weekend. Other
points along the mainstem Red look to achieve moderate to major
flood categories.

&&

.FGF WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
ND...Winter Storm Warning from 10 PM this evening to 1 PM CDT Friday
     for NDZ007-008-015-016-024-026>030-038-039-049-052-054.

     Winter Storm Warning from 1 PM Thursday to 7 PM CDT Friday for
     NDZ053.

     Winter Storm Warning from 7 AM Thursday to 1 PM CDT Friday for
     NDZ006-014.

MN...Winter Storm Warning from 10 PM this evening to 1 PM CDT Friday
     for MNZ001-004-007.

     Winter Storm Warning from 1 PM Thursday to 7 PM CDT Friday for
     MNZ002-003-005-008-013>015-022-027-029-030-040.

     Winter Storm Watch from Thursday evening through Friday evening
     for MNZ006-009-016-017-023-024-028-031-032.

River point flood warnings continue across portions of
the region. Refer to the latest flood warnings and statements for
detailed information on specific locations.

&&

SHORT TERM...Godon
LONG TERM...TG
AVIATION...DLH
HYDROLOGY...WJB
Hazardous weather outlook, Apr 1, 9:13 AM CDT, 6 hours 17 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
913 AM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

MNZ001>009-013>017-022>024-027>032-040-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-
026>030-038-039-049-052>054-021415-
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-
West Marshall-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-Red Lake-
East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wilkin-
West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-Towner-Cavalier-
Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-
Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Western Walsh-
913 AM CDT Wed Apr 1 2020

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of eastern North
Dakota, west central and northwest Minnesota.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Light snow will begin moving into portions of eastern North Dakota
after midnight tonight. A dusting of accumulation is possible.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday

The likelihood is high for an elongated and narrow area of
snowfall on Thursday somewhere across the region, so a winter
storm watch has been issued. This band of snow will begin
Thursday morning and continue into Thursday afternoon, with
snowfall rates exceeding an inch per hour at times. At least 4
inches of snow is expected in a short period of time, with higher
amounts possible. The entire region is within the threat area for
this snowfall, although it will only affect a small part of the
region. Some icing is also possible across portions of west
central Minnesota. Significant travel impacts are possible where
the snow or icing occurs, which includes the morning and evening
rush hour periods. The details with this event remain uncertain
due to the complex nature of this system. Stay tuned to the latest
forecasts as confidence will increase in the location and
snowfall amounts.

Lighter but more widespread snowfall is expected Thursday night
into Friday, bringing additional winter travel concerns to the
region.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Snowfall and visibility reports are always appreciated.

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 1, 4:37 AM CDTWinter Storm WatchFGFBarnes, Benson, Cass, Cavalier, Eddy, Grand Forks and 11 more23 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.