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Winter Storm Warning 4, NWS Grand Forks, ND

December 15, 20219 counties in Minnesota

NWS Grand Forks, ND issued this winter storm warning at Dec 15, 2021, 3:33 PM CST for 9 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Dec 15, 2021, 8:00 PM CST. It was in force for 14 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Dec 15, 2021, 3:33 PM CST (21:33 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 15, 2021, 8:00 PM CST
Expired
Dec 16, 2021, 10:00 AM CST
In force
14 hr
Issued by
NWS Grand Forks, ND

Counties Becker County, MN, Beltrami County, MN, Clearwater County, MN, Grant County, MN, Hubbard County, MN, Lake of the Woods County, MN, Mahnomen County, MN, Otter Tail County, MN, Wadena County, MN

The radar

The Fargo/Grand Forks radar (KMVX), 152 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:34 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

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

The nearest sounding before it

International Fa, MN (KINL), launched 12:00Z, 9.6 hours before the alert went out and 218 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 12:00Z on 2021-12-15Temperature 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 12:00Z on 2021-12-15The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 228 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 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
1734 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
38 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
228 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
319 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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139 
WWUS43 KFGF 152133
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
333 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

MNZ006-009-016-017-022>024-027-028-030>032-040-161600-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.211216T0400Z-211216T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.WS.W.0004.211216T0200Z-211216T1600Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-
West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
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,
Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, 
Battle Lake, Wadena, Menahga, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman,
and Barrett
333 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Rain, freezing rain, and sleet changing over to snow by
  late evening. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 45 mph. Blowing snow expected with near 
  blizzard conditions possible. 

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

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 10 AM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. 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 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>004-007-029-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026>030-038-039-049-
052>054-161400-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.211216T0000Z-211216T1400Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Wilkin-Towner-
Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-
Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-
Richland-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Breckenridge, 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,
Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, 
Rutland, Wahpeton, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
333 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Blowing and falling snow will
  reduce visibilities. 

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

* WHEN...Until 8 AM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. 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...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-008-013>015-161600-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.211216T0200Z-211216T1600Z/
Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, 
Middle River, Grygla, Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston,
Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
333 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING
TO 10 AM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 3
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Falling and blowing
  snow will reduce visibilities. 

* WHERE...East Marshall, Roseau, Red Lake, East Polk and 
  Pennington Counties.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 10 AM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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

&&

$$
4 follow-up statements
970 
WWUS43 KFGF 160406
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1006 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

MNZ006-009-016-017-022>024-027-028-030>032-040-161600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-211216T1600Z/
Lake Of The Woods-North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-
West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-
Including the cities of Baudette, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
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,
Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, 
Battle Lake, Wadena, Menahga, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman,
and Barrett
1006 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Rain, freezing rain, and sleet changing over to snow by
  late evening. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. Winds
  gusting as high as 50 mph. Areas of blowing snow expected with 
  near blizzard conditions possible.

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

* WHEN...Until 10 AM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow will significantly reduce the visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning commute. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

&&

$$

MNZ001>004-007-029-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026>030-038-039-049-
052>054-161400-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-211216T1400Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Wilkin-Towner-
Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-
Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-
Richland-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Breckenridge, 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,
Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, 
Rutland, Wahpeton, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
1006 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. Areas of blowing and falling
  snow will reduce the visibility.

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

* WHEN...Until 8 AM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce the visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. 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...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-008-013>015-161600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-211216T1600Z/
Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, 
Middle River, Grygla, Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston,
Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
1006 PM CST Wed Dec 15 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 3
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Areas of falling and
  blowing snow will reduce the visibility.

* WHERE...East Marshall, Roseau, Red Lake, East Polk and 
  Pennington Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce the visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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

&&

$$
125 
WWUS43 KFGF 160939
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
339 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

MNZ006-161400-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-211216T1600Z/
/O.EXA.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-211216T1400Z/
Lake Of The Woods-
Including the city of Baudette
339 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Light Snow. Additional snow accumulations less than one
  inch. But roads remain slick due to overnight freezing drizzle. 
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Lake Of The Woods County.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM CST this morning.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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

&&

$$

NDZ006-014-015-024-161045-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-211216T1400Z/
Towner-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-
Including the cities of Cando, Fort Totten, Maddock, Leeds, 
Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, and New Rockford
339 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Gusty northwest winds to 35 mph thru the morning, but the snow has
moved out and blowing snow impacts will lessen. 

$$

MNZ009-016-017-022>024-027-028-030>032-040-161600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-211216T1600Z/
North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-West Otter Tail-
East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-
Including the cities of Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 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, 
Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, 
Battle Lake, Wadena, Menahga, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman,
and Barrett
339 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...

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

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

* WHEN...Until 10 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

&&

$$

MNZ005-008-013>015-161400-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-211216T1400Z/
Roseau-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Newfolden, 
Middle River, Grygla, Thief River Falls, Red Lake Falls, Fosston,
Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
339 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST THIS
MORNING...

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

* WHERE...East Marshall, Roseau, Red Lake, East Polk and 
  Pennington Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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

&&

$$

MNZ001>004-007-029-NDZ007-008-016-026>030-038-039-049-052>054-
161400-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-211216T1400Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Wilkin-Cavalier-
Pembina-Eastern Walsh-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-
Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Breckenridge, Langdon, Cavalier, 
Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton, 
Park River, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, 
Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland,
Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, 
Rutland, Wahpeton, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
339 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Areas of Snow. Additional snow accumulations less than
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 8 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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

&&

$$

dtr
856 
WWUS43 KFGF 161347
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
747 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

MNZ001>004-007-029-NDZ007-008-016-026>030-038-039-049-052>054-
161500-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-211216T1400Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-West Marshall-Wilkin-Cavalier-
Pembina-Eastern Walsh-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-
Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Moorhead, Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, 
Warren, Stephen, Argyle, Breckenridge, Langdon, Cavalier, 
Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, St. Thomas, Grafton, 
Park River, Lakota, Mcville, Aneta, Tolna, Grand Forks, 
Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, Portland,
Valley City, Fargo, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, Milnor, Forman, 
Rutland, Wahpeton, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
747 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The snow has moved out of the area.  

$$

MNZ009-016-017-022>024-027-028-030>032-040-161600-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-211216T1600Z/
North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-West Otter Tail-
East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-
Including the cities of Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 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, 
Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, 
Battle Lake, Wadena, Menahga, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman,
and Barrett
747 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT..Snow. Additional snow accumulations less than one half
  inch. Prior snowfall overnight along with rapid drop in
  temperatures have created slick roads. 

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

* WHEN...Until 10 AM CST this morning.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-013>015-161600-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-211216T1600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-
East Polk-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Thief River Falls, 
Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
747 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of one half inch.  
  Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 10 AM CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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

&&

$$

dtr
251 
WWUS43 KFGF 161603
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1003 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

MNZ009-016-017-022>024-027-028-030>032-040-161715-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-211216T1600Z/
North Beltrami-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-West Otter Tail-
East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-
Including the cities of Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 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, 
Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, 
Battle Lake, Wadena, Menahga, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby, Herman,
and Barrett
1003 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...

A bit of light snow will continue through mid-day, but is not
expected to bring much more accumulation or impacts. The warning 
has been allowed to expire. 

$$

MNZ005-006-008-013>015-161715-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WW.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-211216T1600Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-Pennington-Red Lake-
East Polk-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Thief River Falls, 
Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, and Erskine
1003 AM CST Thu Dec 16 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...

A bit of light snow will continue through mid-day, but is not
expected to bring much more accumulation or impacts. The warning 
has been allowed to expire. 

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 15, 3:25 AM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryFGFBecker, Beltrami, Clay, Clearwater, Grant, Hubbard and 12 more31 hr
Dec 15, 6:43 AM CSTDense Fog AdvisoryFGFBecker, Beltrami, Clay, Clearwater, Grant, Hubbard and 12 more13 hr
Dec 15, 3:34 PM CSTDense Fog AdvisoryFGFBecker, Clay, Grant, Kittson, Mahnomen, Marshall and 7 more4 hr

Nearby

Winter Storm Warnings in Minnesota, 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; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.