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Winter Storm Warning 3, NWS Grand Forks, ND

December 4, 202113 counties in North Dakota; 15 counties in Minnesota

NWS Grand Forks, ND issued this winter storm warning at Dec 4, 2021, 3:52 AM CST for 13 counties in North Dakota; 15 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Dec 4, 2021, 6:00 PM CST. It was in force for 33 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
Dec 4, 2021, 3:52 AM CST (09:52 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 4, 2021, 6:00 PM CST
Expired
Dec 6, 2021, 3:00 AM CST
In force
33 hr
Issued by
NWS Grand Forks, ND
All 28 counties

Becker County, MN, Beltrami County, MN, Clay County, MN, Clearwater County, MN, Hubbard County, MN, Kittson County, MN, Lake of the Woods County, MN, Mahnomen County, MN, Marshall County, MN, Norman County, MN, Pennington County, MN, Polk County, MN, Red Lake County, MN, Roseau County, MN, Wadena County, MN, 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, Steele County, ND, Towner County, ND, Traill County, ND, Walsh County, ND

The radar

The Fargo/Grand Forks radar (KMVX), 49 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:54 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
Dec 5, 5:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.5Michigan, NDCO-OP OBSERVER STATION MCEN8 MICHIGAN ND.
Dec 5, 5:00 AM CSTSNOW 5.55 Ssw Blabon, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-ST-3 HOPE ND 5.4 WNW.
Dec 5, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 24 Sse Walhalla, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-PM-3 WALHALLA ND 3.6 SSE.
Dec 5, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 4.22 Nne Moorhead, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-CY-1 MOORHEAD MN 2.0 N.
Dec 5, 6:07 AM CSTSNOW 4Moorhead, MN.
Dec 5, 6:07 AM CSTSNOW 4Moorhead, MN
Dec 5, 6:15 AM CSTSNOW 3.3Tenstrike, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 6:30 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 71 Ene Crookston, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-PK-13 CROOKSTON MN 0.6 ENE.
Dec 5, 6:32 AM CSTSNOW 4.8Fargo, NDSOME DRIFTING OCCURRING.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1Greenbush, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION GBHM5 GREENBUSH MN.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.34 E Turtle River, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BM-12 TURTLE RIVER MN 3.6 E.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.47 Ene Grandin, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-TR-3 GRANDIN ND 7.1 ENE.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 24 N Muskoda, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-CY-20 HAWLEY MN 5.2 WNW.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.45 Nnw Cormorant, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BK-6 LAKE PARK MN 6.0 S.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.4Lancaster, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION LNCM5 LANCASTER MN.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 34 Wnw Pisek, NDCO-OP OBSERVER STATION LNKN8 LANKIN ND 6 E.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 3.94 E Lavinia, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BM-15 BEMIDJI MN 7.8 ENE.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 4Sebeka, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION SEBM5 SEBEKA MN.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 4.51 Ne Pembina, NDCO-OP OBSERVER STATION PBAN8 PEMBINA ND.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 4.51 Nw Prairie Rose, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-CS-1 WEST FARGO ND 3.8 SSE.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 52 Sse North River, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-CS-45 FARGO ND 3.6 NNE.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 5.53 Nnw Lake George, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-HB-6 LAPORTE 12.0 W.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 72 Se Grand Forks, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-GF-8 GRAND FORKS ND 2.5 SE.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 7.13 Sse Grand Forks, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-GF-14 GRAND FORKS ND 3.4 SSE.
Dec 5, 7:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 9.3Larimore, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-GF-23 LARIMORE ND 0.4 SE.
Dec 5, 7:30 AM CSTSNOW 3.33 Ene Richwood, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BK-19 CALLAWAY 7.0 E.
Dec 5, 7:30 AM CSTSNOW 41 S Briarwood, NDCOCORAHS STATION ND-CS-68 FARGO ND 7.2 S.
Dec 5, 7:30 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 82 Ssw Mentor, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-PK-15 MENTOR MN 2.5 SSW.
Dec 5, 7:50 AM CSTSNOW 3.54 Se Westbury, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BK-10 DETROIT LAKES MN 5.7 N.
Dec 5, 8:00 AM CSTSNOW 22 Wnw Cormorant, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BK-15 LAKE PARK MN 9.9 S.
Dec 5, 8:00 AM CSTSNOW 4Twin Valley, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-NR-1 TWIN VALLEY MN 0.1 NE.
Dec 5, 8:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 63 E Veseleyville, NDREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 6Frazee, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 75 Ne Becida, MNESTIMATED BETWEEN 6 AND 8 INCHES. REPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 7Hatton, NDREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 7Verndale, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 7Wadena, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 8Niagara, NDREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:10 AM CSTSNOW 3.4Sabin, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION SBNM5 SABIN MN.
Dec 5, 8:15 AM CSTSNOW 34 Sse Averill, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:15 AM CSTSNOW 3.5Red Lake Falls, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:30 AM CSTSNOW 21 W Stephen, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:30 AM CSTSNOW 3Cavalier, NDREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:30 AM CSTSNOW 4.5Casselton, NDREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:30 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 62 S Solway, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BM-14 SOLWAY MN 2.1 S.
Dec 5, 8:30 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 8.5Fosston, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:30 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 8.5Grand Forks, NDFAR SOUTHEAST GRAND FORKS.
Dec 5, 8:50 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 8.51 Nw Shevlin, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 8:50 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 115 Sw Erskine, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 9:00 AM CSTSNOW 25 W Maida, NDREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 9:00 AM CSTSNOW 3Rochert, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 9:00 AM CSTSNOW 4Park Rapids, MN
Dec 5, 9:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 73 Ne Ebro, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 9:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 7Portland, NDREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 9:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 81 N Thompson, NDREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 9:00 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 92 Sw Devils Lake, NDREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 9:15 AM CSTSNOW 3Park River, ND
Dec 5, 9:15 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 9.5Eldred, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 9:20 AM CSTSNOW 3.8Thief River Falls, MNREPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK.
Dec 5, 9:30 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 7Hillsboro, NDREPORT FROM PUBLIC RELAYED VIA BROADCAST MEDIA.

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

The nearest sounding before it

International Fa, MN (KINL), launched 00:00Z, 9.9 hours before the alert went out and 278 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, International Fa, MN at 00:00Z on 2021-12-04Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, International Fa, MN at 00:00Z on 2021-12-04The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 116 square meters per square second.1939587897117136156175Sfc1 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
1480 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
81 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
116 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
173 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

218 
WWUS43 KFGF 040952
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
352 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-026-027-054-060600-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0002.211205T0000Z-211206T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0003.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-
Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Nelson-Grand Forks-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cando, Langdon, 
Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, 
Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, Grafton, 
Park River, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, Edinburg,
Adams, and Lankin
352 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph Sunday afternoon and
  evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
  will significantly reduce the 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 for North Dakota can be found at
dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling
5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-023-024-060600-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0002.211205T0000Z-211206T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0003.211205T0300Z-211206T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
and Park Rapids
352 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph Sunday afternoon and
  evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
  will significantly reduce the 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 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.

&&

$$

MNZ029-030-040-NDZ049-052-053-060600-
/O.EXB.KFGF.WS.A.0002.211205T1800Z-211206T0600Z/
Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, 
Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
352 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow, with total snow accumulations of 1
  to 3 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph Sunday
  afternoon and evening, causing areas of blowing and drifting 
  snow.

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

* WHEN...From Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce the visibility. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$

MNZ002-003-022-027-028-NDZ024-028>030-038-039-060600-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WS.A.0002.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Norman-Clay-Mahnomen-West Becker-East Becker-Eddy-Griggs-Steele-
Traill-Barnes-Cass-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, 
New Rockford, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, Valley City, and Fargo
352 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow, with total snow accumulations of 3
  to 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph Sunday
  afternoon and evening, causing areas of blowing and drifting
  snow.

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

* WHEN...From this evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce the visibility. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$
10 follow-up statements
971 
WWUS43 KFGF 041557
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
957 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

MNZ001-004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-026-027-054-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-
Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Nelson-Grand Forks-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cando, Langdon, 
Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, 
Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, Grafton, 
Park River, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, Edinburg,
Adams, and Lankin
957 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 
  10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph Sunday afternoon 
  and evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce the 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 for North Dakota can be found at
dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling
5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-023-024-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.211205T0300Z-211206T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
and Park Rapids
957 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 
  10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph Sunday afternoon 
  and evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce the 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 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.

&&

$$

MNZ002-003-022-027-028-NDZ024-028>030-038-039-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.A.0002.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Norman-Clay-Mahnomen-West Becker-East Becker-Eddy-Griggs-Steele-
Traill-Barnes-Cass-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, 
New Rockford, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, Valley City, and Fargo
957 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow, with total snow accumulations of 
  3 to 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph 
  Sunday afternoon and evening, causing areas of blowing and 
  drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From this evening through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce the visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$

MNZ029-030-040-NDZ049-052-053-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.A.0002.211205T1800Z-211206T0600Z/
Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, 
Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
957 AM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow, with total snow accumulations of 
  1 to 3 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph 
  Sunday afternoon and evening, causing areas of blowing and 
  drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce the visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$
622 
WWUS43 KFGF 042005
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
205 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

MNZ002-003-022-027-028-NDZ024-028>030-039-060600-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0002.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
/O.EXA.KFGF.WS.W.0003.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Norman-Clay-Mahnomen-West Becker-East Becker-Eddy-Griggs-Steele-
Traill-Cass-
Including the cities of Ada, Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, 
Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, 
New Rockford, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, and Fargo
205 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph on Sunday afternoon and
  evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce the visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near blizzard conditions are possible on
  Sunday, especially in exposed areas. 

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-NDZ006>008-014>016-026-027-054-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
West Polk-Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-
Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Nelson-Grand Forks-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Hallock, 
Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cando, Langdon, 
Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, 
Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, Grafton, 
Park River, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, Edinburg,
Adams, and Lankin
205 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 
  10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph Sunday afternoon 
  and evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce the visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near blizzard conditions are possible on
  Sunday, especially in exposed areas. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-023-024-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.211205T0300Z-211206T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
and Park Rapids
205 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 
  10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph Sunday afternoon 
  and evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce the visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near blizzard conditions are possible on
  Sunday, especially in exposed areas. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ029-030-040-NDZ049-052-053-060600-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0002.211205T1800Z-211206T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Wilkin-West Otter Tail-Grant-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, 
Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
205 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph on Sunday afternoon and evening
  will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near blizzard conditions are possible 
on Sunday, especially in exposed areas. 

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.

&&

$$

NDZ038-060600-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.A.0002.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Barnes-
Including the city of Valley City
205 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will cause areas of blowing and
  drifting snow.

* WHERE...Barnes County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near blizzard conditions are possible on
  Sunday, especially in exposed areas. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ031-060600-
/O.NEW.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
East Otter Tail-
Including the cities of Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, 
Henning, and Battle Lake
205 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of
  4 to 6 inches and ice accumulations of a light glaze. Winds
  gusting as high as 40 mph with areas of blowing and drifting
  snow.

* WHERE...East Otter Tail County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

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.

&&

$$

Gust
771 
WWUS43 KFGF 042049
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
249 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

MNZ032-060600-
/O.EXA.KFGF.WS.W.0003.211205T0300Z-211206T0600Z/
Wadena-
Including the cities of Wadena and Menahga
249 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 5 to 7 inches and ice accumulations of a 
  light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Wadena County.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce the visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near blizzard conditions are possible on 
  Sunday, especially in exposed areas.

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>004-007-022-027-028-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026>030-039-054-
060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Mahnomen-West Becker-
East Becker-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-
Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Cass-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Cando, Langdon, Cavalier, Walhalla, 
Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds,
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, 
Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, 
Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, Edinburg, 
Adams, and Lankin
249 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph on Sunday afternoon 
  and evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce the visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near blizzard conditions are possible on 
  Sunday, especially in exposed areas.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-023-024-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.211205T0300Z-211206T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, 
Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, 
and Park Rapids
249 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 
  10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph Sunday afternoon 
  and evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  will significantly reduce the visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near blizzard conditions are possible on 
  Sunday, especially in exposed areas.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ029>031-040-NDZ038-049-052-053-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.211205T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Wilkin-West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Barnes-Ransom-
Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Perham, 
New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, 
Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Valley City, Lisbon,
Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
249 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph on Sunday afternoon 
  and evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near blizzard conditions are possible on 
  Sunday, especially in exposed areas.

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.

&&

$$

Gust
994 
WWUS43 KFGF 050331
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
931 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

MNZ001>004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026>030-039-054-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-
Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-
Griggs-Steele-Traill-Cass-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cando, Langdon, Cavalier, Walhalla, 
Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds,
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, 
Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, 
Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, Edinburg, 
Adams, and Lankin
931 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 55 mph on Sunday afternoon and evening 
  will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility Sunday afternoon and
  evening. Cold wind chills Sunday evening as low as 25 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 
  minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There may be a lull in activity late Sunday
  morning. Near blizzard or blizzard conditions will develop 
  Sunday afternoon and continue into the evening hours. Travel may
  be impossible within the Red River Valley Sunday evening. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-022>024-027-028-032-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wadena-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, 
Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
931 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph Sunday afternoon and 
  evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility Sunday afternoon and
  evening. Cold wind chills Sunday evening as low as 20 below 
  zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 
  minutes.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ029>031-040-NDZ038-049-052-053-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Wilkin-West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Barnes-Ransom-
Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Perham, 
New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, 
Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Valley City, Lisbon,
Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
931 PM CST Sat Dec 4 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 55 mph on Sunday afternoon and evening
  will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility Sunday afternoon and
  evening. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There may be a lull in activity late Sunday
  morning. Near blizzard or blizzard conditions will develop 
  Sunday afternoon and continue into the evening hours. Travel may
  be impossible within the Red River Valley Sunday evening. 

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.

&&

$$
132 
WWUS43 KFGF 050931
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
331 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

MNZ001>004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026>030-039-054-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-
Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-
Griggs-Steele-Traill-Cass-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cando, Langdon, Cavalier, Walhalla, 
Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds,
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, 
Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, 
Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, Edinburg, 
Adams, and Lankin
331 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 45 to 50 mph this afternoon and evening
  will cause significant visibility reductions from blowing and 
  drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be slow this morning. There may be a lull
  in activity late this morning, before the windy period begins
  this afternoon. Near blizzard or blizzard conditions will
  develop this afternoon and continue into the evening hours.
  Travel may be impossible within the Red River Valley this
  evening. Cold wind chills as low as 25 below late tonight could
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-022>024-027-028-032-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wadena-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, 
Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
331 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 40 to 45 mph this afternoon and 
  evening will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be slow this morning. There may be a lull
  in activity early this afternoon, before the windy period
  begins. Areas of blowing and drifting snow will significantly
  reduce the visibility this afternoon and evening. Cold wind
  chills as low as 20 below zero late tonight could cause
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ029>031-040-NDZ038-049-052-053-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Wilkin-West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Barnes-Ransom-
Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Perham, 
New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, 
Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Valley City, Lisbon,
Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
331 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 45 to 50 mph this afternoon and evening
  will cause visibility reductions from blowing and drifting 
  snow.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be slow this morning. There may be a lull
  in activity late this morning, before the windy period begins
  this afternoon. Near blizzard or blizzard conditions will
  develop this afternoon and continue into the evening hours.
  Travel may be impossible within the Red River Valley this
  evening. 

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.

&&

$$
930 
WWUS43 KFGF 051711
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1111 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

MNZ001>004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026>030-039-054-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-
Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-
Griggs-Steele-Traill-Cass-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cando, Langdon, Cavalier, Walhalla, 
Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds,
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, 
Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, 
Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, Edinburg, 
Adams, and Lankin
1111 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches.
  Total snowfall accumulations 6 to 12 inches. East winds turning
  to the north late afternoon and evening and increasing to 35 to
  45 mph. 

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread 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 for North Dakota can be found at
dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling
5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-022>024-027-028-032-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wadena-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, 
Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
1111 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches. Total
  snowfall of 6 to 12 inches. East winds turning northeast and
  then north gusting to 35 mph this evening. 

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* 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 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.

&&

$$

MNZ029>031-040-NDZ038-049-052-053-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Wilkin-West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Barnes-Ransom-
Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Perham, 
New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, 
Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Valley City, Lisbon,
Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
1111 AM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Light Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one
  inch. Total snowfall across the area ranging from 3 to 6 inches.
  Winds becoming north and increasing with gusts to 30 to 45 mph 
  by evening. 

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. 

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.

&&

$$

dtr
271 
WWUS43 KFGF 052128
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
328 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

MNZ001>004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026>030-039-054-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-
Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-
Griggs-Steele-Traill-Cass-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Cando, Langdon, Cavalier, Walhalla, 
Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds,
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, Grafton, Park River, New Rockford, 
Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, 
Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, Edinburg, 
Adams, and Lankin
328 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Light snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at
dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling
5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-022>024-027-028-032-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wadena-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, 
Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
328 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Light snow into the evening. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph this evening.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* 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 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.

&&

$$

MNZ029>031-040-NDZ038-049-052-053-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Wilkin-West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Barnes-Ransom-
Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Perham, 
New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, 
Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Valley City, Lisbon,
Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
328 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Occasional light snow and blowing snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

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.

&&

$$

dtr
336 
WWUS43 KFGF 060004
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
604 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

MNZ001>004-007-NDZ007-008-016-027-029-030-039-054-060600-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.BZ.W.0001.211206T0004Z-211206T0600Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Cavalier-Pembina-
Eastern Walsh-Grand Forks-Steele-Traill-Cass-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Langdon, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, 
Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, 
Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, 
Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
604 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 
  up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 25 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 30 minutes.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must
travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded,
stay with your vehicle. 

The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at
dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling
5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-022>024-027-028-032-NDZ006-014-015-024-
026-028-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wadena-Towner-
Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Griggs-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, 
Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Wadena, Menahga, Cando, Fort Totten, 
Maddock, Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, New Rockford, Lakota, 
Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, and Cooperstown
604 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one 
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ029>031-040-NDZ038-049-052-053-060600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
Wilkin-West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Barnes-Ransom-
Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Fergus Falls, Perham, 
New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, 
Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Valley City, Lisbon,
Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
604 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. 
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until midnight CST tonight.

* 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 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.

&&

$$
042 
WWUS43 KFGF 060346
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
946 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

NDZ006-014-015-024-026-028-061600-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WC.Y.0007.211206T0346Z-211206T1600Z/
Towner-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Griggs-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, 
Tolna, and Cooperstown
946 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST MONDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 35 below 
  zero.

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

* WHEN...Until 10 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ029-NDZ053-060900-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T0600Z/
/O.EXB.KFGF.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-211206T0900Z/
Wilkin-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge and Wahpeton
946 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 
  up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wilkin County. In North Dakota, Richland 
  County.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Bitter cold wind chills will follow the end
  of the blizzard conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must
travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded,
stay with your vehicle. 

The latest road conditions for 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-NDZ007-008-016-027-029-030-039-054-060900-
/O.EXT.KFGF.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-211206T0900Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Cavalier-Pembina-
Eastern Walsh-Grand Forks-Steele-Traill-Cass-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Langdon, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, 
Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton, Park River, Grand Forks, 
Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland, Fargo, 
Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
946 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 
  up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 25 
  below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must
travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded,
stay with your vehicle. 

The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at
dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling
5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-022>024-027-028-032-060900-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0900Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wadena-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, 
Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
946 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one 
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 AM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ030-031-040-NDZ038-049-052-060900-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T0900Z/
West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Barnes-Ransom-Sargent-
Including the cities of Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, 
Ashby, Herman, Barrett, Valley City, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, and Rutland
946 PM CST Sun Dec 5 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. 
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 AM CST Monday.

* 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 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.

&&

$$
12
432 
WWUS43 KFGF 060859
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
259 AM CST Mon Dec 6 2021

MNZ001>003-007-061700-
/O.EXP.KFGF.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-211206T0900Z/
/O.EXB.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.211206T0900Z-211206T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.Y.0007.211206T1200Z-211206T1700Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-West Marshall-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Warren, Stephen, and Argyle
259 AM CST Mon Dec 6 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 11 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 3 AM CST EARLY THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Blowing snow expected with winds gusting as high as 40
  mph. Very cold wind chills expected as low as 30 below zero.

* WHERE...West Polk, Norman, Clay and West Marshall Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 AM CST early 
  this morning. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 AM to 11 AM 
  CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Patchy blowing snow will reduce the visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. 

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate winter clothing. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ029-NDZ053-061200-
/O.EXP.KFGF.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-211206T0900Z/
/O.EXB.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.211206T0900Z-211206T1200Z/
Wilkin-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge and Wahpeton
259 AM CST Mon Dec 6 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 3 AM CST EARLY THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Blowing snow expected with winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wilkin County. In North Dakota, Richland 
  County.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST early this morning.

* IMPACTS...Patchy blowing snow will significantly reduce the
  visibility. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. 

The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at
dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling
5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

MNZ004-NDZ007-008-016-027-029-030-039-054-061700-
/O.EXP.KFGF.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-211206T0900Z/
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.Y.0007.211206T0900Z-211206T1700Z/
Kittson-Cavalier-Pembina-Eastern Walsh-Grand Forks-Steele-Traill-
Cass-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Langdon, 
Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton,
Park River, Grand Forks, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, 
Hatton, Portland, Fargo, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
259 AM CST Mon Dec 6 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 3 AM CST EARLY THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected, as low as 30 below zero.

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

* WHEN...Until 11 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-022>024-027-028-032-061700-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211206T0900Z/
/O.EXB.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.211206T0900Z-211206T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.Y.0007.211206T1200Z-211206T1700Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wadena-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, 
Erskine, Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, 
Waubun, Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, 
Lower Rice Lake, Roy Lake, Upper Rice Lake, Park Rapids, 
Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
259 AM CST Mon Dec 6 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 11 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 3 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Blowing snow expected with winds gusting as high as 35
  mph. Very cold wind chills expected, as low as 30 below zero.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 AM CST early 
  this morning. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 AM to 11 AM 
  CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Patchy blowing snow will reduce the visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. 

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate winter clothing. 

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.

&&

$$

NDZ038-061700-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T0900Z/
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.Y.0007.211206T0900Z-211206T1700Z/
Barnes-
Including the city of Valley City
259 AM CST Mon Dec 6 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 3 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected, as low as 30 below zero.

* WHERE...Barnes County.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed
  skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

NDZ049-052-061000-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T0900Z/
Ransom-Sargent-
Including the cities of Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, 
Forman, and Rutland
259 AM CST Mon Dec 6 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 3 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...

Visibilities have improved across Ransom and Sargent counties.

$$

MNZ030-031-061700-
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.Y.0007.211206T1200Z-211206T1700Z/
/O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T1200Z/
West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-
Including the cities of Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, 
Parkers Prairie, Henning, and Battle Lake
259 AM CST Mon Dec 6 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY
THIS MORNING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 11 AM CST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Blowing snow with winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Very
  cold wind chills, as low as 30 below zero.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 AM CST early 
  this morning. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 AM to 11 AM 
  CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Patchy blowing snow will reduce the visibility. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. 

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate winter clothing. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ040-061200-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-211206T1200Z/
Grant-
Including the cities of Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, 
and Barrett
259 AM CST Mon Dec 6 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY
THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Blowing and drifting snow. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...Grant County.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST early this morning.

* IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow will reduce the visibility. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. 

The latest road conditions for North Dakota can be found at
dot.nd.gov/travel and for Minnesota at 511mn.org, or by calling
5 1 1 in either state.

&&

$$

NDZ006-014-015-024-026-028-061700-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WC.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-211206T1700Z/
Towner-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Griggs-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, 
Tolna, and Cooperstown
259 AM CST Mon Dec 6 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM CST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero.

* WHERE...The Devils Lake region.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while outside. Wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 4, 2:05 PM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryFGFBarnes, Ransom, Richland, Sargent40 hr

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Winter Storm Warnings in Minnesota, 2021Winter 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.