Alert archive / Minnesota / Winter Storm Warnings in 2021
Winter Storm Warning 1, NWS Twin Cities, MN
NWS Twin Cities, MN issued this winter storm warning at Jan 14, 2021, 3:37 AM CST for 8 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Jan 14, 2021, 12:00 PM CST. It was in force for 16 hr. 2 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
- Jan 14, 2021, 3:37 AM CST (09:37 UTC)
- In effect from
- Jan 14, 2021, 12:00 PM CST
- Expired
- Jan 15, 2021, 4:04 AM CST
- In force
- 16 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Twin Cities, MN
Counties Dakota County, MN, Freeborn County, MN, Goodhue County, MN, Le Sueur County, MN, Rice County, MN, Scott County, MN, Steele County, MN, Waseca County, MN
The radar
The Minneapolis radar (KMPX), 67 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:42 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 12:05 PM CST | SNOW 0.5 | 2 Wnw Prior Lake, MN | LIQUID EQ. 0.16. |
| Jan 15, 2:00 AM CST | SNOW 3.5 | 2 Ssw Apple Valley, MN |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Minneapolis, MN (KMPX), launched 00:00Z, 9.6 hours before the alert went out and 68 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1836 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 46 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 59 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 213 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
770 WWUS43 KMPX 140937 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...POTENT WINTER STORM WILL IMPACT THE AREA TODAY THROUGH FRIDAY... .This is a complex system. The main impacts will be late this afternoon through Friday morning. This is when the majority of the snow will fall. This is also when areas in western Minnesota will have northerly wind gusts near 50 mph. Blizzard conditions are likely across western Minnesota. A Blizzard Warning is in effect from late this afternoon through Friday afternoon for western Minnesota, particularly along and west of a line from Alexandria to Litchfield to Glencoe to Mankato to Wells. These areas can expect snowfall ranging from 4 to 6 inches in west central Minnesota to 7 to 9 inches in southwestern Minnesota, along with wind gusts to between 40 and 50 mph. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect south of the Twin Cities along the Interstate 35 corridor to the Iowa state line today through Friday afternoon. Snow amounts of 7 to 10 inches can be expected through Friday afternoon along with wind gusts of up to 30 to 35 mph. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect to the east of the Blizzard Warning and to the north of the Winter Storm Warning, essentially much of central and east central Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, and continuing through western Wisconsin today through Friday afternoon. Snowfall amounts will generally range from 3 to 6 inches, although isolated locations may see receive 7 to 8 inches over a prolonged 36 hour period. Gusty winds and snow will continue through Friday, but conditions should begin to improve Friday afternoon into Friday evening. The main impacts will be to travel. MNZ042-043-049-050-141800- /O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Todd-Morrison-Stearns-Benton- Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, St Cloud, and Sauk Rapids 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Todd, Morrison, Stearns and Benton Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ044-045-141800- /O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Mille Lacs-Kanabec- Including the cities of Princeton and Mora 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. * WHERE...Mille Lacs and Kanabec Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ041-048-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210115T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Douglas-Pope- Including the cities of Alexandria and Glenwood 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Douglas and Pope Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ047-054>056-064-073-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210114T2100Z-210116T0000Z/ Stevens-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine-Redwood- Including the cities of Morris, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Granite Falls, and Redwood Falls 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ067-075-083-092-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210115T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Sibley-Nicollet-Blue Earth-Faribault- Including the cities of Gaylord, St Peter, Mankato, and Blue Earth 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Sibley, Nicollet, Blue Earth and Faribault Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ057-058-065-066-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210115T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Kandiyohi-Meeker-Renville-McLeod- Including the cities of Willmar, Litchfield, Olivia, and Hutchinson 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Kandiyohi, Meeker, Renville and McLeod Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ074-082-091-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210114T2100Z-210116T0000Z/ Brown-Watonwan-Martin- Including the cities of New Ulm, St James, and Fairmont 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Brown, Watonwan and Martin Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ069-070-076-077-084-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.WS.W.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Scott-Dakota-Le Sueur-Rice-Waseca- Including the cities of Shakopee, Hastings, Le Sueur, Faribault, and Waseca 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Scott, Dakota, Le Sueur, Rice and Waseca Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ078-085-093-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.WS.W.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Goodhue-Steele-Freeborn- Including the cities of Red Wing, Owatonna, and Albert Lea 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Goodhue, Steele and Freeborn Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ052-053-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Isanti-Chisago- Including the cities of Cambridge and Center City 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. * WHERE...Isanti and Chisago Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ051-059>063-068-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Sherburne-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver- Including the cities of Elk River, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Chanhassen, Chaska, and Victoria 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central and east central Minnesota. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ WIZ014-015-023-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Polk-Barron-St. Croix- Including the cities of Osceola, Rice Lake, and Hudson 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...Polk, Barron and St. Croix Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ WIZ024>026-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Pierce-Dunn-Pepin- Including the cities of River Falls, Menomonie, and Durand 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. * WHERE...Pierce, Dunn and Pepin Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ WIZ016-027-028-141800- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Rusk-Chippewa-Eau Claire- Including the cities of Ladysmith, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire 337 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. * WHERE...Rusk, Chippewa and Eau Claire Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$
5 follow-up statements
459 WWUS43 KMPX 141219 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...POTENT WINTER STORM WILL IMPACT THE AREA TODAY THROUGH FRIDAY... .This is a complex system. The main impacts will be late this afternoon through Friday morning. This is when the majority of the snow will fall. This is also when areas in western Minnesota will have northerly wind gusts near 50 mph. Blizzard conditions are likely across western Minnesota. There is a brief period this morning when a mixture of rain and freezing rain will occur before the precipitation changes completely over to snow. Little to no ice accumulation may occur. A Blizzard Warning is in effect from late this afternoon through Friday afternoon for western Minnesota, particularly along and west of a line from Alexandria to Litchfield to Glencoe to Mankato to Wells. These areas can expect snowfall ranging from 4 to 6 inches in west central Minnesota to 7 to 9 inches in southwestern Minnesota, along with wind gusts to between 40 and 50 mph. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect south of the Twin Cities along the Interstate 35 corridor to the Iowa state line today through Friday afternoon. Snow amounts of 7 to 10 inches can be expected through Friday afternoon along with wind gusts of up to 30 to 35 mph. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect to the east of the Blizzard Warning and to the north of the Winter Storm Warning, essentially much of central and east central Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, and continuing through western Wisconsin today through Friday afternoon. Snowfall amounts will generally range from 3 to 6 inches, although isolated locations may see receive 7 to 8 inches over a prolonged 36 hour period. Gusty winds and snow will continue through Friday, but conditions should begin to improve Friday afternoon into Friday evening. The main impacts will be to travel. MNZ047-054>056-064-073-142030- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210114T2100Z-210116T0000Z/ Stevens-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine-Redwood- Including the cities of Morris, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Granite Falls, and Redwood Falls 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ074-082-091-142030- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210114T2100Z-210116T0000Z/ Brown-Watonwan-Martin- Including the cities of New Ulm, St James, and Fairmont 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Watonwan, Martin and Brown Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ041-048-057-058-065-066-142030- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210115T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Douglas-Pope-Kandiyohi-Meeker-Renville-McLeod- Including the cities of Alexandria, Glenwood, Willmar, Litchfield, Olivia, and Hutchinson 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ067-075-083-092-142030- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210115T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Sibley-Nicollet-Blue Earth-Faribault- Including the cities of Gaylord, St Peter, Mankato, and Blue Earth 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Sibley, Blue Earth, Faribault and Nicollet Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ069-070-076>078-084-085-093-142030- /O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Scott-Dakota-Le Sueur-Rice-Goodhue-Waseca-Steele-Freeborn- Including the cities of Shakopee, Hastings, Le Sueur, Faribault, Red Wing, Waseca, Owatonna, and Albert Lea 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of east central, south central and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ042-043-049-050-142030- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Todd-Morrison-Stearns-Benton- Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, St Cloud, and Sauk Rapids 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Stearns, Morrison, Todd and Benton Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ044-045-052-053-142030- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Isanti-Chisago- Including the cities of Princeton, Mora, Cambridge, and Center City 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. * WHERE...Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Isanti and Chisago Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ051-059>063-068-142030- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Sherburne-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver- Including the cities of Elk River, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Chanhassen, Chaska, and Victoria 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central and east central Minnesota. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ WIZ014-015-023>026-142030- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Polk-Barron-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin- Including the cities of Osceola, Rice Lake, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, and Durand 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Wisconsin. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ WIZ016-027-028-142030- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Rusk-Chippewa-Eau Claire- Including the cities of Ladysmith, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire 619 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. * WHERE...Rusk, Chippewa and Eau Claire Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$
007 WWUS43 KMPX 141521 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...POTENT WINTER STORM WILL IMPACT THE AREA TODAY THROUGH FRIDAY... .This is a complex system. The main impacts will be late this afternoon through Friday morning. This is when the majority of the snow will fall. This is also when areas in western and south central Minnesota will have northerly wind gusts near 50 mph. Blizzard conditions are likely from western into south central Minnesota. There is a brief period this morning when a mixture of rain and freezing rain will occur before the precipitation changes completely over to snow. A minor glaze of ice is possible on untreated pavement. A Blizzard Warning is in effect from late this afternoon through Friday afternoon for western through south central Minnesota, particularly along and west of a line from Alexandria to Litchfield to Glencoe to Le Center to Owatonna. These areas can expect snowfall ranging from 4 to 6 inches in west central Minnesota to 7 to 9 inches in southern Minnesota, along with wind gusts to between 40 and 50 mph. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect south of the Twin Cities along the Interstate 35 corridor to Faribault today through Friday afternoon. Snow amounts of 7 to 10 inches can be expected through Friday afternoon along with wind gusts of up to 30 to 35 mph. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect to the east of the Blizzard Warning and to the north of the Winter Storm Warning, essentially much of central and east central Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, and continuing through western Wisconsin today through Friday afternoon. Snowfall amounts will generally range from 3 to 6 inches, although isolated locations may see receive 7 to 8 inches over a prolonged 36 hour period. Gusty winds and snow will continue through Friday, but conditions should begin to improve Friday afternoon into Friday evening. The main impacts will be to travel. MNZ076-084-085-093-142330- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.W.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.EXA.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210115T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Le Sueur-Waseca-Steele-Freeborn- Including the cities of Le Sueur, Waseca, Owatonna, and Albert Lea 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Le Sueur, Waseca, Steele and Freeborn Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ047-054>056-064-073-142330- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210114T2100Z-210116T0000Z/ Stevens-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine-Redwood- Including the cities of Morris, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Granite Falls, and Redwood Falls 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ074-082-091-142330- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210114T2100Z-210116T0000Z/ Brown-Watonwan-Martin- Including the cities of New Ulm, St James, and Fairmont 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Watonwan, Martin and Brown Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ041-048-057-058-065-066-142330- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210115T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Douglas-Pope-Kandiyohi-Meeker-Renville-McLeod- Including the cities of Alexandria, Glenwood, Willmar, Litchfield, Olivia, and Hutchinson 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ067-075-083-092-142330- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210115T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Sibley-Nicollet-Blue Earth-Faribault- Including the cities of Gaylord, St Peter, Mankato, and Blue Earth 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Sibley, Blue Earth, Faribault and Nicollet Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ069-070-077-078-142330- /O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0001.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Scott-Dakota-Rice-Goodhue- Including the cities of Shakopee, Hastings, Faribault, and Red Wing 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of east central, south central and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ042-043-049-050-142330- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Todd-Morrison-Stearns-Benton- Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, St Cloud, and Sauk Rapids 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Stearns, Morrison, Todd and Benton Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ044-045-052-053-142330- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Isanti-Chisago- Including the cities of Princeton, Mora, Cambridge, and Center City 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. * WHERE...Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Isanti and Chisago Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ051-059>063-068-142330- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Sherburne-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver- Including the cities of Elk River, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Chanhassen, Chaska, and Victoria 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central and east central Minnesota. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ WIZ014-015-023>026-142330- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Polk-Barron-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin- Including the cities of Osceola, Rice Lake, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, and Durand 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Wisconsin. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ WIZ016-027-028-142330- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.210114T1800Z-210116T0000Z/ Rusk-Chippewa-Eau Claire- Including the cities of Ladysmith, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire 921 AM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. * WHERE...Rusk, Chippewa and Eau Claire Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$
685 WWUS43 KMPX 142035 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...POTENT WINTER STORM IMPACTING THE AREA THROUGH FRIDAY... .After the first round of wintry precipitation, many locations will see a lull until snow redevelops later this evening. The main impacts will be tonight through Friday morning, when the majority of the snow will fall. This is also when areas in western and south central Minnesota will have northerly wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph, with blizzard conditions developing. A Blizzard Warning is in effect through Friday afternoon from western through south central Minnesota, particularly along and west of a line from Alexandria to Litchfield to Glencoe to Le Center to Owatonna. These areas can expect snowfall ranging from 4 to 6 inches in west central Minnesota to 7 to 9 inches in southern Minnesota, along with wind gusts between 40 and 50 mph. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect south of the Twin Cities along the Interstate 35 corridor to Faribault through Friday afternoon. Snow amounts of 7 to 10 inches can be expected through Friday afternoon along with wind gusts of up to 30 to 35 mph. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect to the east of the Blizzard Warning and to the north of the Winter Storm Warning, essentially much of central and east central Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, and continuing through western Wisconsin through Friday afternoon. Snowfall amounts will generally range from 3 to 6 inches, although isolated locations may see receive 7 to 8 inches over a prolonged 36 hour period. Gusty winds and snow will continue through Friday, but conditions should begin to improve Friday afternoon into Friday evening. The main impacts will be to travel. MNZ047-054>056-064-073-150445- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210114T2100Z-210116T0000Z/ Stevens-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine-Redwood- Including the cities of Morris, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Granite Falls, and Redwood Falls 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ074-082-091-150445- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210114T2100Z-210116T0000Z/ Brown-Watonwan-Martin- Including the cities of New Ulm, St James, and Fairmont 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Watonwan, Martin and Brown Counties. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ041-048-057-058-065-066-150445- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210115T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Douglas-Pope-Kandiyohi-Meeker-Renville-McLeod- Including the cities of Alexandria, Glenwood, Willmar, Litchfield, Olivia, and Hutchinson 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ067-075-076-083>085-092-093-150445- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.210115T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Sibley-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Faribault- Freeborn- Including the cities of Gaylord, St Peter, Le Sueur, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Sibley, Blue Earth, Faribault and Nicollet Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ069-070-077-078-150445- /O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Scott-Dakota-Rice-Goodhue- Including the cities of Shakopee, Hastings, Faribault, and Red Wing 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of east central, south central and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ042-043-049-050-150445- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Todd-Morrison-Stearns-Benton- Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, St Cloud, and Sauk Rapids 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Stearns, Morrison, Todd and Benton Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ044-045-052-053-150445- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Isanti-Chisago- Including the cities of Princeton, Mora, Cambridge, and Center City 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. * WHERE...Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Isanti and Chisago Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ051-059>063-068-150445- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Sherburne-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver- Including the cities of Elk River, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Chanhassen, Chaska, and Victoria 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central and east central Minnesota. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ WIZ014-015-023>026-150445- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Polk-Barron-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin- Including the cities of Osceola, Rice Lake, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, and Durand 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Wisconsin. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ WIZ016-027-028-150445- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Rusk-Chippewa-Eau Claire- Including the cities of Ladysmith, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire 235 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. * WHERE...Rusk, Chippewa and Eau Claire Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$
903 WWUS43 KMPX 150244 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 844 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM CONTINUES OVERNIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY... .Snow will become more widespread overnight and last into Friday. Another 3 to 7 inches are expected across central and southern Minnesota. A winter storm warning is in effect through Friday. Meanwhile western and southern Minnesota will have gusty north winds of 40 to 50 mph in addition to the falling snow. This will lead to whiteout conditions. A blizzard warning is in effect through Friday for this area. Finally, areas across the northern half of Minnesota and western Wisconsin will see another 1 to 4 inches of snow. A winter weather advisory continues through Friday for this area. Gusty winds and snow will continue through Friday, but conditions should begin to improve Friday afternoon into Friday evening. The main impacts will be to travel. MNZ041-047-048-054>058-064>067-073>076-082>085-091>093-151045- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi- Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-McLeod-Sibley-Redwood-Brown- Nicollet-Le Sueur-Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin- Faribault-Freeborn- Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St Peter, Le Sueur, St James, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea 844 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of western and south central Minnesota. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions with areas of blowing snow and whiteout conditions. The hazardous weather will impact the morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ069-070-077-078-151045- /O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Scott-Dakota-Rice-Goodhue- Including the cities of Shakopee, Hastings, Faribault, and Red Wing 844 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of east central Minnesota. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce 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 the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ042>045-049>053-059>063-068-WIZ014>016-023>028-151045- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Stearns-Benton-Sherburne-Isanti- Chisago-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver-Polk- Barron-Rusk-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire- Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, Princeton, Mora, St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Elk River, Cambridge, Center City, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Osceola, Rice Lake, Ladysmith, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire 844 PM CST Thu Jan 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central Minnesota and western Wisconsin. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ jrb
158 WWUS43 KMPX 151004 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 404 AM CST Fri Jan 15 2021 ...WINTER STORM CONTINUES TODAY... .Snow will continue across all of central and southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin today. Another 2 to 4 inches of snow accumulation is expected across central and southern Minnesota into western Wisconsin. Meanwhile, western and southern Minnesota will have gusty north winds of 40 to 50 mph in addition to the falling snow. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making for hazardous travel. A Blizzard Warning remains in effect through Friday for areas along and west of a line from Alexandria to Litchfield to Arlington to Owatonna. This includes the Interstate 90 corridor and Interstate 35 from the Owatonna area southward. East of the Blizzard Warning, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect. The Winter Storm Warning that was in place for Scott, Dakota, Goodhue and Rice counties has been replaced by a Winter Weather Advisory. Gusty winds and snow will continue through Friday, but conditions will slowly improve this afternoon through this evening. The main impacts will be to travel. MNZ069-070-077-078-151800- /O.CAN.KMPX.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ /O.EXA.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Scott-Dakota-Rice-Goodhue- Including the cities of Shakopee, Hastings, Faribault, and Red Wing 404 AM CST Fri Jan 15 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. * WHERE...Scott, Dakota, Rice and Goodhue Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ041-047-048-054>058-064>067-073>076-082>085-091>093-151800- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi- Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-McLeod-Sibley-Redwood-Brown- Nicollet-Le Sueur-Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin- Faribault-Freeborn- Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St Peter, Le Sueur, St James, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea 404 AM CST Fri Jan 15 2021 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ042>045-049>053-059>063-068-WIZ014>016-023>028-151800- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-210116T0000Z/ Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Stearns-Benton-Sherburne-Isanti- Chisago-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver-Polk- Barron-Rusk-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire- Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, Princeton, Mora, St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Elk River, Cambridge, Center City, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Osceola, Rice Lake, Ladysmith, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire 404 AM CST Fri Jan 15 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Wisconsin and central and east central Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$
The office that day
Everything else NWS Twin Cities, MN issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 3:37 AM CST | Blizzard Warning | MPX | Blue Earth, Brown, Chippewa, Douglas, Faribault, Freeborn and 17 more | 30 hr |
| Jan 14, 3:37 AM CST | Winter Weather Advisory | MPX | Anoka, Benton, Blue Earth, Brown, Carver, Chippewa and 30 more | 38 hr |
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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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.