Alert archive / North Dakota / Winter Storm Warnings in 2021
Winter Storm Warning 2, NWS Bismarck, ND
NWS Bismarck, ND issued this winter storm warning at Dec 4, 2021, 4:39 AM CST for 12 counties in North Dakota. It took effect at Dec 4, 2021, 3:00 PM CST. It was in force for 21 hr. 15 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 4, 2021, 4:39 AM CST (10:39 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 4, 2021, 3:00 PM CST
- Expired
- Dec 5, 2021, 12:16 PM CST
- In force
- 21 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Bismarck, ND
Counties Bottineau County, ND, Burke County, ND, Divide County, ND, Foster County, ND, McHenry County, ND, Mountrail County, ND, Pierce County, ND, Renville County, ND, Rolette County, ND, Sheridan County, ND, Wells County, ND, Williams County, ND
The radar
The Minot AFB radar (KMBX), 23 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 10:39 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
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4, 9:45 PM CST | SNOW 3 | Williston, ND | |
| Dec 5, 4:23 AM CST | SNOW 3 | Westhope, ND | COCORAHS STATION ND-BT-9 WESTHOPE 0.1 N. |
| Dec 5, 6:00 AM CST | SNOW 4 | Lansford, ND | CO-OP OBSERVER STATION LFDN8 LANSFORD. |
| Dec 5, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 2 | 3 N Carpio, ND | COCORAHS STATION ND-RV-6 CARPIO 3.3 N. |
| Dec 5, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 3 | Harvey, ND | |
| Dec 5, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 3.1 | 6 N Tolley, ND | COCORAHS STATION ND-RV-4 TOLLEY 6.4 N. |
| Dec 5, 8:00 AM CST | SNOW 4.5 | 3 Ene Velva, ND | CO-OP OBSERVER STATION VLAN8 VELVA 3 NE. |
| Dec 5, 8:00 AM CST | SNOW 5 | 3 N Willow City, ND | CO-OP OBSERVER STATION WLWN8 3.2 N WILLOW CITY. |
| Dec 5, 8:00 AM CST | SNOW 5 | 5 Ene Maxbass, ND | COCORAHS STATION ND-BT-8 MAXBASS 4.9 ENE. |
| Dec 5, 8:41 AM CST | SNOW 5 | Mohall, ND | REPORT RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. |
| Dec 5, 8:44 AM CST | SNOW 4 | 3 Nnw Stanley, ND | REPORT RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. |
| Dec 5, 9:12 AM CST | HEAVY SNOW 6.2 | Bottineau, ND | CO-OP OBSERVER STATION BOTN8 BOTTINEAU. |
| Dec 5, 9:19 AM CST | SNOW 3 | Fessenden, ND | REPORT RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. |
| Dec 5, 9:55 AM CST | HEAVY SNOW 6 | 2 Sse Thorne, ND | REPORT RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. |
| Dec 5, 10:09 AM CST | HEAVY SNOW 7.3 | Saint John, ND |
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 00:00Z, 10.7 hours before the alert went out and 173 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 2427 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 94 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- -172 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 138 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
351 WWUS43 KBIS 041039 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 439 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 NDZ001>003-009>011-041845- /O.UPG.KBIS.WS.A.0001.211204T1800Z-211206T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBIS.WS.W.0002.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Williams-Mountrail-Ward- Including the cities of Parshall, Columbus, New Town, Stanley, Glenburn, Sherwood, Minot, Portal, Lignite, Mohall, Powers Lake, Crosby, Williston, and Bowbells 439 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph late Saturday night through Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Northwest and portions of north central North Dakota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 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 can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ004-005-012-013-041845- /O.UPG.KBIS.WS.A.0001.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBIS.WS.W.0002.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ Bottineau-Rolette-McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Rugby, Shell Valley, Rolette, Dunseith, Rolla, St. John, Velva, Drake, Towner, and Bottineau 439 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast North Dakota. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ021-041845- /O.UPG.KBIS.WS.A.0001.211204T1800Z-211206T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ McLean- Including the cities of Turtle Lake, Wilton, Washburn, Garrison, and Underwood 439 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph late Saturday night through Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...McLean County. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ022-023-025-037-041845- /O.UPG.KBIS.WS.A.0001.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2200Z-211206T0000Z/ Sheridan-Wells-Foster-Stutsman- Including the cities of Goodrich, Fessenden, Carrington, Jamestown, Mcclusky, and Harvey 439 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ017>020-041845- /O.NEW.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver- Including the cities of Watford City, Halliday, Center, Hazen, Killdeer, and Beulah 439 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 /339 AM MST Sat Dec 4 2021/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM CST /2 PM MST/ THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph late Saturday night through Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...McKenzie, Mercer, Oliver and Dunn Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM CST /2 PM MST/ this afternoon to 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ035-036-041845- /O.NEW.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2200Z-211206T0000Z/ Burleigh-Kidder- Including the cities of Bismarck, Steele, and Tappen 439 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Burleigh and Kidder Counties. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Heinert
8 follow-up statements
702 WWUS43 KBIS 041438 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 838 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 NDZ001>005-009>013-042245- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0002.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward- McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Parshall, Glenburn, Dunseith, Sherwood, Minot, New Town, Columbus, Shell Valley, St. John, Portal, Lignite, Rugby, Rolette, Drake, Towner, Velva, Mohall, Bowbells, Rolla, Crosby, Powers Lake, Stanley, Williston, and Bottineau 838 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast North Dakota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 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 can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ017>021-042245- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean- Including the cities of Watford City, Halliday, Center, Hazen, Underwood, Killdeer, Beulah, Wilton, Washburn, Garrison, and Turtle Lake 838 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 /738 AM MST Sat Dec 4 2021/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM CST /2 PM MST/ THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph late Saturday night through Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...McKenzie, Mercer, Oliver and Dunn Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM CST /2 PM MST/ this afternoon to 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ022-023-025-035>037-042245- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2200Z-211206T0000Z/ Sheridan-Wells-Foster-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman- Including the cities of Goodrich, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Bismarck, Tappen, Harvey, Mcclusky, and Jamestown 838 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Burleigh and Kidder Counties. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Telken
876 WWUS43 KBIS 041459 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 859 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 NDZ001>005-009>013-042300- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0002.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward- McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Parshall, Glenburn, Dunseith, Sherwood, Minot, New Town, Columbus, Shell Valley, St. John, Portal, Lignite, Rugby, Rolette, Drake, Towner, Velva, Mohall, Bowbells, Rolla, Crosby, Powers Lake, Stanley, Williston, and Bottineau 859 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest North Dakota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ017>021-042300- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-McLean- Including the cities of Watford City, Halliday, Center, Hazen, Underwood, Killdeer, Beulah, Wilton, Washburn, Garrison, and Turtle Lake 859 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 /759 AM MST Sat Dec 4 2021/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM CST /2 PM MST/ THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph late Saturday night through Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...McKenzie, Mercer, Oliver and Dunn Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM CST /2 PM MST/ this afternoon to 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ022-023-025-035>037-042300- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2200Z-211206T0000Z/ Sheridan-Wells-Foster-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman- Including the cities of Goodrich, Fessenden, Carrington, Steele, Bismarck, Tappen, Harvey, Mcclusky, and Jamestown 859 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Burleigh and Kidder Counties. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Telken
232 WWUS43 KBIS 042007 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 207 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 NDZ021-050600- /O.UPG.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ /O.EXA.KBIS.WS.W.0002.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ McLean- Including the cities of Turtle Lake, Wilton, Washburn, Garrison, and Underwood 207 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph late Saturday night through Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...McLean County. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 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 can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ022-023-025-050600- /O.UPG.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2200Z-211206T0000Z/ /O.EXA.KBIS.WS.W.0002.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ Sheridan-Wells-Foster- Including the cities of Fessenden, Mcclusky, Carrington, Goodrich, and Harvey 207 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Sheridan, Wells and Foster Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ001>005-009>013-050600- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0002.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward- McHenry-Pierce- Including the cities of Parshall, Glenburn, Dunseith, Sherwood, Minot, New Town, Columbus, Shell Valley, St. John, Portal, Lignite, Rugby, Rolette, Drake, Towner, Velva, Mohall, Bowbells, Rolla, Crosby, Powers Lake, Stanley, Williston, and Bottineau 207 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 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 can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ047-048-051-050600- /O.EXA.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ Logan-La Moure-Dickey- Including the cities of Edgeley, Gackle, Lamoure, Oakes, Kulm, Ellendale, and Napoleon 207 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to three inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Dickey, La Moure and Logan Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ035>037-050600- /O.EXT.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman- Including the cities of Bismarck, Jamestown, Steele, and Tappen 207 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Burleigh, Kidder and Stutsman Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ017>020-050600- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.211204T2100Z-211206T0000Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver- Including the cities of Watford City, Halliday, Center, Hazen, Killdeer, and Beulah 207 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 /107 PM MST Sat Dec 4 2021/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph late Saturday night through Sunday, creating area of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...McKenzie, Mercer, Oliver and Dunn Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Telken
360 WWUS43 KBIS 050101 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 701 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 NDZ001>005-009>013-021>023-025-050915- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward- McHenry-Pierce-McLean-Sheridan-Wells-Foster- Including the cities of Carrington, Parshall, Fessenden, Wilton, Glenburn, Dunseith, Sherwood, Minot, Mcclusky, New Town, Columbus, Shell Valley, Underwood, St. John, Portal, Lignite, Harvey, Rugby, Rolette, Drake, Towner, Velva, Mohall, Garrison, Washburn, Bowbells, Goodrich, Rolla, Crosby, Powers Lake, Stanley, Williston, Turtle Lake, and Bottineau 701 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph late tonight through Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Northwest and north central North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 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 can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ017>020-035>037-050915- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman- Including the cities of Watford City, Halliday, Center, Bismarck, Hazen, Steele, Killdeer, Beulah, Tappen, and Jamestown 701 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 /601 PM MST Sat Dec 4 2021/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph late tonight through Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Portions of western and central North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ047-048-051-050915- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ Logan-La Moure-Dickey- Including the cities of Edgeley, Gackle, Lamoure, Oakes, Kulm, Ellendale, and Napoleon 701 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to three inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Dickey, LaMoure, and Logan Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Edwards
403 WWUS43 KBIS 050404 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 1004 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 NDZ001>005-009>013-021>023-025-051215- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward- McHenry-Pierce-McLean-Sheridan-Wells-Foster- Including the cities of Carrington, Parshall, Fessenden, Wilton, Glenburn, Dunseith, Sherwood, Minot, Mcclusky, New Town, Columbus, Shell Valley, Underwood, St. John, Portal, Lignite, Harvey, Rugby, Rolette, Drake, Towner, Velva, Mohall, Garrison, Washburn, Bowbells, Goodrich, Rolla, Crosby, Powers Lake, Stanley, Williston, Turtle Lake, and Bottineau 1004 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph late tonight through Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Northwest and north central North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ017>020-035>037-051215- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman- Including the cities of Watford City, Halliday, Center, Bismarck, Hazen, Steele, Killdeer, Beulah, Tappen, and Jamestown 1004 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 /904 PM MST Sat Dec 4 2021/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph late tonight through Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Portions of western and central North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ047-048-051-051215- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ Logan-La Moure-Dickey- Including the cities of Edgeley, Gackle, Lamoure, Oakes, Kulm, Ellendale, and Napoleon 1004 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations up to three inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Dickey, LaMoure, and Logan Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Edwards
005 WWUS43 KBIS 050900 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 300 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 NDZ001>005-009>013-021>023-025-051700- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward- McHenry-Pierce-McLean-Sheridan-Wells-Foster- Including the cities of Carrington, Parshall, Fessenden, Wilton, Glenburn, Dunseith, Sherwood, Minot, Mcclusky, New Town, Columbus, Shell Valley, Underwood, St. John, Portal, Lignite, Harvey, Rugby, Rolette, Drake, Towner, Velva, Mohall, Garrison, Washburn, Bowbells, Goodrich, Rolla, Crosby, Powers Lake, Stanley, Williston, Turtle Lake, and Bottineau 300 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches through early this morning. Light additional accumulations during the day Sunday. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph during the day Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Northwest and north central North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Visibility may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow, especially in open country. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel will be hazardous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ017>020-035>037-051700- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman- Including the cities of Watford City, Halliday, Center, Bismarck, Hazen, Steele, Killdeer, Beulah, Tappen, and Jamestown 300 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 /200 AM MST Sun Dec 5 2021/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches through early this morning. Light additional accumulations during the day Sunday. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph late tonight through Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Portions of western and central North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility, especially in open country. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ047-048-051-051700- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ Logan-La Moure-Dickey- Including the cities of Edgeley, Gackle, Lamoure, Oakes, Kulm, Ellendale, and Napoleon 300 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations up to three inches. Light additional accumulations during the day Sunday. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Dickey, LaMoure, and Logan Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility, especially in open country. Strong winds will blow around unsecured objects, and could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Heinert
496 WWUS43 KBIS 051611 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 1011 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 NDZ001>005-009>013-021>023-025-060000- /O.CON.KBIS.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward- McHenry-Pierce-McLean-Sheridan-Wells-Foster- Including the cities of Carrington, Parshall, Fessenden, Wilton, Glenburn, Dunseith, Sherwood, Minot, Mcclusky, New Town, Columbus, Shell Valley, Underwood, St. John, Portal, Lignite, Harvey, Rugby, Rolette, Drake, Towner, Velva, Mohall, Garrison, Washburn, Bowbells, Goodrich, Rolla, Crosby, Powers Lake, Stanley, Williston, Turtle Lake, and Bottineau 1011 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches through this morning. Light additional accumulations during the day today. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph during the day Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Northwest and north central North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ017>020-035>037-060000- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman- Including the cities of Watford City, Halliday, Center, Bismarck, Hazen, Steele, Killdeer, Beulah, Tappen, and Jamestown 1011 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 /911 AM MST Sun Dec 5 2021/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches through this morning. Light additional accumulations during the day today. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph late tonight through Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Portions of western and central North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ047-048-051-060000- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ Logan-La Moure-Dickey- Including the cities of Edgeley, Gackle, Lamoure, Oakes, Kulm, Ellendale, and Napoleon 1011 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations up to three inches. Light additional accumulations during the day today. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph Sunday, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Dickey, LaMoure, and Logan Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Telken
059 WWUS43 KBIS 051816 WSWBIS URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Bismarck ND 1216 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 NDZ001>005-009>013-021>023-025-060000- /O.CAN.KBIS.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ /O.EXA.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward- McHenry-Pierce-McLean-Sheridan-Wells-Foster- Including the cities of Carrington, Parshall, Fessenden, Wilton, Glenburn, Dunseith, Sherwood, Minot, Mcclusky, New Town, Columbus, Shell Valley, Underwood, St. John, Portal, Lignite, Harvey, Rugby, Rolette, Drake, Towner, Velva, Mohall, Garrison, Washburn, Bowbells, Goodrich, Rolla, Crosby, Powers Lake, Stanley, Williston, Turtle Lake, and Bottineau 1216 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Periods of light snow with little additional accumulation today. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Northwest and north central North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Visibility may drop down to a quarter mile at times due to falling and widespread blowing snow, especially in open country and in areas that received significant snow earlier. Roadways will be slippery and may be snow covered in some area. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ017>020-035>037-060000- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ McKenzie-Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-Burleigh-Kidder-Stutsman- Including the cities of Watford City, Halliday, Center, Bismarck, Hazen, Steele, Killdeer, Beulah, Tappen, and Jamestown 1216 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 /1116 AM MST Sun Dec 5 2021/ ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Periods of light snow with little additional accumulation today. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Portions of western and central North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST/5 PM MST/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will remain slick and hazardous. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility at times, especially in open country. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NDZ047-048-051-060000- /O.CON.KBIS.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-211206T0000Z/ Logan-La Moure-Dickey- Including the cities of Edgeley, Gackle, Lamoure, Oakes, Kulm, Ellendale, and Napoleon 1216 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Periods of light snow with little additional accumulation today. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph, creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Dickey, LaMoure, and Logan Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ Hamilton
The office that day
Everything else NWS Bismarck, ND issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4, 3:33 AM CST | High Wind Watch | BIS | Adams, Billings, Bowman, Dickey, Emmons, Golden Valley and 7 more | 11 hr |
| Dec 4, 4:39 AM CST | Winter Weather Advisory | BIS | Bottineau, Burke, Burleigh, Dickey, Divide, Dunn and 16 more | 40 hr |
| Dec 4, 2:17 PM CST | High Wind Warning | BIS | Adams, Billings, Bowman, Emmons, Golden Valley, Grant and 4 more | 23 hr |
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Winter Storm Warnings in North Dakota, 2021Every winter storm warning in 2021
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.