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Blizzard Warning 10, NWS Grand Forks, ND

February 22, 2022Wilkin County, Minnesota; Ransom County, Richland County, Sargent County, North Dakota

NWS Grand Forks, ND issued this blizzard warning at Feb 22, 2022, 2:34 AM CST for Wilkin County, Minnesota; Ransom County, Richland County, Sargent County, North Dakota. It was in force for 18 hr. 8 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
Feb 22, 2022, 2:34 AM CST (08:34 UTC)
Expired
Feb 22, 2022, 9:00 PM CST
In force
18 hr
Issued by
NWS Grand Forks, ND

Counties Wilkin County, MN, Ransom County, ND, Richland County, ND, Sargent County, ND

The radar

The Aberdeen radar (KABR), 134 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 08:33 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
Feb 22, 7:09 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 12Lidgerwood, NDCORRECTS PREVIOUS HEAVY SNOW REPORT FROM LIDGERWOOD. 2 DAY SNOWFALL TOTAL OF 12 INCHES. 7.0 INCHES ENDING 6 AM MONDAY AND 5.0 INCHES ENDING 6 AM TUESDAY.
Feb 22, 7:09 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 13Lidgerwood, ND2 DAY SNOWFALL TOTAL OF 13 INCHES. 7.0 INCHES ENDING 6 AM MONDAY AND 5.0 INCHES ENDING 6 AM TUESDAY.
Feb 22, 7:14 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 12Forman, ND2 DAY TOTAL OF 12 INCHES. 9.0 INCHES THRU 6 AM MONDAY AND 3 INCHES THRU 6 AM TUESDAY.
Feb 22, 7:30 AM CSTBLIZZARD2 W Tenney, MNMN DOT RWIS STATION REPORTED WIND GUSTS TO 40 MPH AND VISIBILITY UNDER ONE-QUARTER MILE 3 AM TO 7 AM TUESDAY.
Feb 22, 7:32 AM CSTBLIZZARD3 N Mccauleyville, MNMN DOT KENT RWIS HAS REPORTED WIND GUSTS TO 40 MPH AND VISIBILITY UNDER ONE-QUARTER MILE FROM 3 AM UNTIL 730 AM TUESDAY. STILL ONGOING.
Feb 22, 7:33 AM CSTBLIZZARD1 Se Gwinner, NDKGWR AWOS HAD FREQUENT GUSTS OVER 35 MPH AND VISIBILITY FREQUENTLY BELOW ONE-QUARTER MILE 3 AM TO 7 AM TUESDAY.
Feb 22, 7:35 AM CSTBLIZZARD1 S Wahpeton, NDKBWP AWOS REPORTED FREQUENT GUSTS OVER 35 MPH AND VISIBILITY ONE QUARTER MILE OR LESS FROM 3 AM TO 730 AM TUESDAY. STILL ONGOING.
Feb 22, 10:35 AM CSTHEAVY SNOW 12.53 Se Breckenridge, MNSTORM TOTAL SNOW. 4.8 INCHES THRU 6AM MONDAY. 7.7 INCHES THRU 10AM TUESDAY.

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

The nearest sounding before it

Aberdeen, SD (KABR), launched 00:00Z, 8.6 hours before the alert went out and 182 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, Aberdeen, SD at 00:00Z on 2022-02-22Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Aberdeen, SD at 00:00Z on 2022-02-22The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 230 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
751 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
56 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
230 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
371 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

007 
WWUS43 KFGF 220834
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
234 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

MNZ029-NDZ049-052-053-230000-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KFGF.BZ.W.0010.220222T0834Z-220223T0000Z/
Wilkin-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
234 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions in open country. Additional snow
  accumulations of 1 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant drifting may make some roads
  impassable.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ004-007-NDZ008-016-231800-
/O.UPG.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
/O.EXA.KFGF.WC.W.0007.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Kittson-West Marshall-Pembina-Eastern Walsh-
Including the cities of Hallock, Karlstad, Lancaster, Warren, 
Stephen, Argyle, Cavalier, Walhalla, Drayton, Pembina, Neche, 
St. Thomas, Grafton, and Park River
234 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 50 
  below zero.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Kittson and West Marshall Counties. In 
  North Dakota, Pembina and Eastern Walsh Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ024-027-028-031-032-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Park Rapids, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, 
Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, 
Wadena, and Menahga
234 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 5 inches.

* WHERE...West Becker, Hubbard, Wadena, East Becker and East Otter 
  Tail Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the Tuesday morning commute. The cold
  wind chills as low as 30 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.

&&

$$

MNZ030-040-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
West Otter Tail-Grant-
Including the cities of Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby,
Herman, and Barrett
234 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Near blizzard conditions in open 
  country. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 5 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Tuesday morning commute. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant drifting may make some roads 
  impassable.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ003-NDZ038-039-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
Clay-Barnes-Cass-
Including the cities of Moorhead, Valley City, and Fargo
234 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Near blizzard conditions in open
  country. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches. Winds
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...In North Dakota, Cass and Barnes Counties. In 
  Minnesota, Clay County.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Tuesday morning commute. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant drifting may make some roads 
  impassable.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

&&

$$

NDZ006-007-014-015-024-026-054-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0007.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Towner-Cavalier-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Cando, Langdon, Fort Totten, Maddock, 
Leeds, Minnewaukan, Devils Lake, New Rockford, Lakota, Mcville, 
Aneta, Tolna, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
234 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 50 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ015>017-022-023-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-
Including the cities of Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, 
Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, 
Roy Lake, and Upper Rice Lake
234 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch.

* WHERE...South Clearwater, Mahnomen, North Clearwater, East Polk 
  and South Beltrami Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the Tuesday morning commute. The
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 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.

&&

$$

MNZ001-002-NDZ027>030-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
West Polk-Norman-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, 
Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
234 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Visibilities less than one half
  mile in open country. Additional snow accumulations of up to one
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the Tuesday morning commute. The
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013-014-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, and Red Lake Falls
234 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$
5 follow-up statements
240 
WWUS43 KFGF 221621
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1021 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

MNZ029-NDZ049-052-053-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0010.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
Wilkin-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
1021 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions in open country. Additional snow
  accumulations up to 2 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the evening commute. The dangerously 
  cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant drifting may make some roads 
  impassable.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ024-027-028-031-032-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Park Rapids, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, 
Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, 
Wadena, and Menahga
1021 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches.

* WHERE...West Becker, Hubbard, Wadena, East Becker and East 
  Otter Tail Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the Tuesday evening commute. The cold 
  wind chills as low as 30 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.

&&

$$

MNZ030-040-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
West Otter Tail-Grant-
Including the cities of Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby,
Herman, and Barrett
1021 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Near blizzard conditions in open 
  country. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Tuesday morning commute. The cold 
  wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant drifting may make some roads 
  impassable.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ003-NDZ038-039-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
Clay-Barnes-Cass-
Including the cities of Moorhead, Valley City, and Fargo
1021 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Near blizzard conditions in open
  country. Additional snow accumulations of up to an inch. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...In North Dakota, Cass and Barnes Counties. In 
  Minnesota, Clay County.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Tuesday morning commute. The cold 
  wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant drifting may make some roads 
  impassable.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026-054-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0007.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of 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, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
1021 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 50 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing.

&&

$$

MNZ015>017-022-023-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-
Including the cities of Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, 
Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, 
Roy Lake, and Upper Rice Lake
1021 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch.

* WHERE...South Clearwater, Mahnomen, North Clearwater, East 
  Polk and South Beltrami Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Tuesday morning commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 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.

&&

$$

MNZ001-002-NDZ027>030-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
West Polk-Norman-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Traill-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, Hope, 
Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
1021 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Visibilities less than one half 
  mile in open country. Additional snow accumulations of up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the Tuesday morning commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013-014-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, and Red Lake Falls
1021 AM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$
987 
WWUS43 KFGF 221849
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

NDZ038-231800-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
/O.EXA.KFGF.WC.W.0007.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Barnes-
Including the city of Valley City
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Barnes County.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

NDZ027>029-231800-
/O.CAN.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
/O.EXA.KFGF.WC.W.0007.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-
Including the cities of Grand Forks, Cooperstown, Finley, 
and Hope
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 50 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Grand Forks, Griggs and Steele Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ029-NDZ049-052-053-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0010.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
Wilkin-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions in open country. Additional snow 
  accumulations up to 2 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on extremely difficult travel conditions. The 
  hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant drifting may make some roads
  impassable.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ024-027-028-031-032-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Park Rapids, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, 
Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, 
Wadena, and Menahga
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches.

* WHERE...West Becker, Hubbard, Wadena, East Becker and East 
  Otter Tail Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the Tuesday evening commute. The cold
  wind chills as low as 30 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.

&&

$$

MNZ030-040-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
West Otter Tail-Grant-
Including the cities of Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby,
Herman, and Barrett
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Near blizzard conditions in open
  country. Additional snow accumulations of up to 1 inch. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the evening commute. The dangerously
  cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 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.

&&

$$

MNZ003-NDZ039-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
Clay-Cass-
Including the cities of Moorhead and Fargo
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Near blizzard conditions in open 
  country. Additional snow accumulations of up to an inch. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...In North Dakota, Cass and Barnes Counties. In 
  Minnesota, Clay County.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the evening commute. The dangerously cold
  wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on
  exposed skin in as little as 10 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.

&&

$$

MNZ004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026-054-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0007.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Western Walsh-
Including the cities of 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, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 50 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ015>017-022-023-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-
Including the cities of Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, 
Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, 
Roy Lake, and Upper Rice Lake
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch.

* WHERE...South Clearwater, Mahnomen, North Clearwater, East 
  Polk and South Beltrami Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the evening commute. The dangerously 
  cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 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.

&&

$$

MNZ001-002-NDZ030-230000-
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
West Polk-Norman-Traill-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Visibilities less than one half 
  mile in open country. Additional snow accumulations of up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the evening commute. The dangerously 
  cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013-014-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, and Red Lake Falls
1249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$
734 
WWUS43 KFGF 222049
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

MNZ029-NDZ049-052-053-231800-
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.W.0007.220223T0300Z-220223T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KFGF.BZ.W.0010.000000T0000Z-220223T0300Z/
Wilkin-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. For the 
  Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wilkin County. In North Dakota, Ransom, 
  Sargent and Richland Counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, until 9 PM CST 
  this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on extremely difficult travel conditions. The
  hazardous conditions will impact the evening commute. The
  dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ003-NDZ039-231800-
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.W.0007.220223T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
Clay-Cass-
Including the cities of Moorhead and Fargo
249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning. Additional snow
  accumulations of up to one inch and significantly reduced
  visibility along with extremely difficult travel. Winds gusting
  as high as 40 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold
  wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Clay County. In North Dakota, Cass 
  County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite
  on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
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.

&&

$$

MNZ001-002-NDZ030-231800-
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.W.0007.220223T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
West Polk-Norman-Traill-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills
  expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. For the Winter
  Weather Advisory blowing snow causing reduced visibility. Winds
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, West Polk and Norman Counties. In North 
  Dakota, Traill County.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Wednesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 
  PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the evening commute. The dangerously 
  cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ024-027-028-031-032-231800-
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.220223T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Park Rapids, Detroit Lakes, Wolf Lake, 
Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, 
Wadena, and Menahga
249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning. Additional snow
  accumulations of up to one inch and difficult travel conditions.
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. 
  Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Hubbard, West Becker, East Becker, East Otter Tail and 
  Wadena Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ030-040-231800-
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.220223T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
West Otter Tail-Grant-
Including the cities of Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, Hoffman, Ashby,
Herman, and Barrett
249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning additional snow
  accumulations of up to one inch and difficult travel conditions.
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. 
  Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026>029-038-054-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0007.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Barnes-
Western Walsh-
Including the cities of 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, Valley City, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 50 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ015>017-022-023-231800-
/O.EXB.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.220223T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-
Including the cities of Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, 
Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, 
Roy Lake, and Upper Rice Lake
249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. For the Wind Chill Advisory, 
  very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...East Polk, North Clearwater, South Beltrami, Mahnomen 
  and South Clearwater Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013-014-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, and Red Lake Falls
249 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$
767 
WWUS43 KFGF 222343
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
543 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

MNZ024-028-031-032-231800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.220223T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Hubbard-East Becker-East Otter Tail-Wadena-
Including the cities of Park Rapids, Wolf Lake, Perham, 
New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, Battle Lake, Wadena, 
and Menahga
543 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...Hubbard, Wadena, East Becker and East Otter Tail 
  Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

MNZ015>017-022-023-231800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.220223T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-
Including the cities of Fosston, Fertile, McIntosh, Erskine, 
Bagley, Clearbrook, Bemidji, Mahnomen, Naytahwaush, Waubun, 
Alida, Ebro, Lake Itasca, Long Lost Lake, Lower Rice Lake, 
Roy Lake, and Upper Rice Lake
543 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...South Clearwater, Mahnomen, North Clearwater, East 
  Polk and South Beltrami Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

MNZ003-NDZ039-231800-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-220223T0300Z/
/O.EXT.KFGF.WC.W.0007.220223T0300Z-220223T1800Z/
Clay-Cass-
Including the cities of Moorhead and Fargo
543 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, blowing snow. Winds gusting
  as high as 35 mph with significantly reduced visibility along 
  with extremely difficult travel. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 
  below zero.

* WHERE...In North Dakota, Cass County. In Minnesota, Clay 
  County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 9 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce the
  visibility. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
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.

&&

$$

MNZ027-030-040-231800-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0300Z/
/O.EXT.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.220223T0300Z-220223T1800Z/
West Becker-West Otter Tail-Grant-
Including the cities of Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, 
Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, and Barrett
543 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, blowing snow and difficult
  travel conditions. For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 9 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 9 PM this evening 
  to noon CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce the
  visibility. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ001-002-NDZ030-231800-
/O.EXT.KFGF.WC.W.0007.220223T0300Z-220223T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0300Z/
West Polk-Norman-Traill-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
543 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills
  expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. For the Winter
  Weather Advisory, blowing snow and reduced visibility. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Norman and West Polk Counties. In North 
  Dakota, Traill County.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Wednesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 9 
  PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce the
  visibility. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ029-NDZ049-052-053-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.BZ.W.0010.000000T0000Z-220223T0300Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0007.220223T0300Z-220223T1800Z/
Wilkin-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
543 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds
  gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 
  below zero.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wilkin County. In North Dakota, Sargent, 
  Ransom and Richland Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 9 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, from 9 PM this evening to noon CST 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce the
  visibility. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
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.

&&

$$

MNZ004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026>029-038-054-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0007.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Barnes-
Western Walsh-
Including the cities of 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, Valley City, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
543 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 55 
  below zero.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013-014-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-
Including the cities of Roseau, Warroad, Greenbush, Baudette, 
Newfolden, Middle River, Grygla, Red Lake, Redby, Ponemah, 
Thief River Falls, and Red Lake Falls
543 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$
964 
WWUS43 KFGF 230254
WSWFGF

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
854 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

MNZ029-NDZ049-052-053-231800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.BZ.W.0010.000000T0000Z-220223T0300Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0007.220223T0300Z-220223T1800Z/
Wilkin-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Including the cities of Breckenridge, Lisbon, Enderlin, Gwinner, 
Milnor, Forman, Rutland, and Wahpeton
854 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wilkin County. In North Dakota, Sargent, 
  Ransom and Richland Counties.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ003-NDZ039-231800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-220223T0300Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0007.220223T0300Z-220223T1800Z/
Clay-Cass-
Including the cities of Moorhead and Fargo
854 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...In North Dakota, Cass County. In Minnesota, Clay 
  County.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ027-030-040-231800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-220223T0300Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.220223T0300Z-220223T1800Z/
West Becker-West Otter Tail-Grant-
Including the cities of Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake, 
Hoffman, Ashby, Herman, and Barrett
854 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM CST THIS EVENING...

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

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

MNZ001-002-NDZ030-231800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-220223T0300Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0007.220223T0300Z-220223T1800Z/
West Polk-Norman-Traill-
Including the cities of Crookston, East Grand Forks, Ada, 
Twin Valley, Halstad, Mayville, Hillsboro, Hatton, and Portland
854 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Norman and West Polk Counties. In North 
  Dakota, Traill County.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ004-007-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-026>029-038-054-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.W.0007.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Kittson-West Marshall-Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-
Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-Griggs-Steele-Barnes-
Western Walsh-
Including the cities of 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, Valley City, Edinburg, Adams, and Lankin
854 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 55 
  below zero.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you
wear appropriate winter clothing. 

&&

$$

MNZ005-006-008-009-013>017-022>024-028-031-032-231800-
/O.CON.KFGF.WC.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-220223T1800Z/
Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-
Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-East Becker-East Otter Tail-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, 
Wolf Lake, Perham, New York Mills, Parkers Prairie, Henning, 
Battle Lake, Wadena, and Menahga
854 PM CST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 below 
  zero.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday.

* 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. 

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this blizzard warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Grand Forks, ND wrote its last area forecast discussion before this blizzard warning went out at Feb 21, 11:45 PM CST, 2 hours 49 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 21, 11:45 PM CST, 2 hours 49 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1145 PM CST Mon Feb 21 2022

.UPDATE...
Issued at 1145 PM CST Mon Feb 21 2022

The strongest winds currently seem to be in the Oakes/Gwinner
area, so the lowest visibilities were there too. Although wind
speeds have dropped a little during the evening, they have still
been gusting at times, and still causing some very low
visibilities. There are still echoes moving toward southeast North
Dakota and west central Minnesota (from north central South
Dakota), but snowfall rates should still be pretty light into the
early overnight hours (until this arrives). This will translate
into the Tuesday forecast as well. Where snow falls, visibilities
will probably get pretty bad as the winds crank up again. If snow
does not fall, or is very light, conditions will not be as bad.
Some of the latest model data is coming in shows the Winter Storm
Warning area keeping the steadiest snow, so that area will have
to be monitored for possible blizzard conditions again on Tuesday.

UPDATE Issued at 1008 PM CST Mon Feb 21 2022

The Blizzard Warning expired at 9 pm, so most of that area has
transitioned back to a Winter Storm Warning. Only transitioned the
highway 200 corridor from the Winter Storm Warning to a Winter
Weather Advisory. Pushed the expiration time on all the headlines
until 6 pm Tuesday. It appears that wind speeds will increase
again by mid Tuesday morning and remain gusty through the
afternoon. If these winds occur with steady bands of falling snow
again (like they did today), will have to watch for additional
blizzard conditions on Tuesday. At least through the overnight
period, wind speeds will decrease enough and it appears there will
be somewhat of a lull in snowfall. More is on the way, but it may
not arrive until after midnight.

UPDATE Issued at 634 PM CST Mon Feb 21 2022

Conditions are best early this evening up along the Canadian
border, where visibilities have generally been greater than 6
miles. Visibilities really start to deteriorate south of this
area, and pretty quickly. However, the worst visibilities continue
within the Blizzard Warning area, which continues through 9 pm.
Think now that it has gotten dark, wind speeds will decrease a
little overnight, before cranking up again on Tuesday. No changes
to the forecast at this point, will see how visibilities and wind
speeds look before 9 pm.

&&

.SHORT TERM...(This evening through Tuesday night)
Issued at 245 PM CST Mon Feb 21 2022

BZW warning was issued for Sargent, Ransom, Barnes, Richland, Cass,
Wilkin, and Clay county as they have been having frequent winds at
or above 35mph along with reduced visibilities below 1/4 of a mile.
We expect blizzard conditions to continue into the evening hours.
The winter storm warning area will continue to see significantly
reduced visibility this afternoon and into the overnight, but won't
see the frequent gusts to 35mph. Both the wind and the reduced
visibility are needed for Blizzard Criteria, and looks to occur only
in the current BZW area. Areas north of the warning are in a WWY and
continue to see blowing and drifting snow impacts from reduced
visibilities in open country down to 1/2 a mile at times. The WWY
closer to lakes country may see some extra snow accumulations of up
to 2 inches on top of the blowing and drifting snow impacts. Areas
outside of the winter weather advisory (Far northern MN and ND) are
in wind chill headlines and will continue to see dangerous cold.

A narrow heavy band of snow has been affecting the southern valley
this morning and will continue to march ENE into central MN by the
evening hours. Snowfall rates may reach up to 1 inch per hour
reducing visibilities and causing significant travel impacts. This
band of snow is set up along the frontogentic axis of the main system
producing the heavier snowfall rates. As this band moves out of the
area, there will be still light snow and impacts from
blowing/drifting to deal with through the first part of the
overnight.

Guidance continues to suggest another wave of snow moving in
overnight affecting the southern valley into western MN adding to
the snowfall across the those areas. Winds will diminish overnight
and transition to more northwesterly bringing some blowing and
drifting snow for tomorrow. How well we mix Tuesday morning will
determine the severity of the blowing and drifting, but in any area
of heavier snow reductions down to 1/4 of a mile can not be ruled
out. As of right now wind gusts reach up to 35mph. Conditions begin
to improve by Tuesday afternoon, with snow moving into central and
eastern MN. When all said and done total accumulations are expected
to range from 1-4 inches along Hwy 200, 4-10 inches along I94, and
8+ south of I94, with the highest along the SD border into Grant and
Wilkin counties.

Dangerous cold envelopes ND and NW MN throughout the short term and
getting into the long term. The coldest night most likely will be
Tuesday night, with morning lows on Wednesday being in the negative
20s across the region. Wind chills reach toward -40 to -50 across
eastern ND and NW MN. Significant travel impacts through Tuesday
afternoon from the winter storm producing blizzard conditions in the
southern valley. Stay safe out there!

.LONG TERM...(Wednesday through Monday)
Issued at 245 PM CST Mon Feb 21 2022

Impacts in the extended period will be confined to the cold with dry
high pressure set in place across the northern plains and a storm
track south of the area supported by ensemble guidance. As such
temps will be well below average for the end of Feb with Wednesday
and Thursday highs in the single digits below zero and lows in the
teens and 20s below leading to a prolonged period of dangerous wind
chills as low as 50 below. Some moderation in temps begin Friday
seeing temps climb into the single digits and eventually teens and
20s on Saturday before a cold front drops them down into the single
digits again Sunday. Overall a dry forecast for now but snow showers
maybe possible Saturday along the aforementioned cold front. &&

.AVIATION...(For the 18Z TAFS through 18Z Tuesday afternoon)
Issued at 1147 AM CST Mon Feb 21 2022

Snow and wind will create IFR - MVFR conditions into Tuesday AM
along with a consistent NNE wind 20-30 kts with the heaviest
snowfall rates at FAR. Winds will begin to weaken overnight into
tomorrow morning with snow lingering at BJI and FAR.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 06Z TAFS through 06Z Tuesday night)
Issued at 1145 PM CST Mon Feb 21 2022

Pretty much kept with the same ideas as from the 00z set of TAFs.
The worst impacts over this TAF period will likely be at KFAR
(from wind and falling snow), with lower impacts expected at the
rest of the TAF sites (less wind and less, little or no snow).
Generally expect an uptick in wind speeds again on Tuesday
morning and continuing through the afternoon. By late afternoon or
early evening, wind speeds should start to decrease and the snow
will taper off as well.

&&

.FGF WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
ND...Winter Storm Warning until 6 PM CST Tuesday for NDZ038-039-049-
     052-053.

     Winter Weather Advisory until 6 PM CST Tuesday for NDZ027>030.

     Wind Chill Warning until noon CST Wednesday for NDZ006-007-014-
     015-024-026-054.

     Wind Chill Advisory until noon CST Wednesday for NDZ008-016.

MN...Winter Storm Warning until 6 PM CST Tuesday for MNZ003-024-
     027>032-040.

     Winter Weather Advisory until 6 PM CST Tuesday for MNZ001-002-
     015>017-022-023.

     Wind Chill Advisory until noon CST Wednesday for MNZ004>009-013-
     014.

UPDATE...Godon
SHORT TERM...Spender
LONG TERM...JK
AVIATION...Godon
Hazardous weather outlook, Feb 21, 10:21 PM CST, 4 hours 13 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
1021 PM CST Mon Feb 21 2022

MNZ001>009-013>017-022>024-027>032-040-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-
026>030-038-039-049-052>054-230430-
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-
West Marshall-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-Red Lake-
East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wilkin-
West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-Towner-Cavalier-
Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-
Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Western Walsh-
1021 PM CST Mon Feb 21 2022

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

.DAY ONE...Tonight

Near blizzard conditions will continue overnight across southeast
North Dakota and the southern Red River Valley. An additional 1 to
8 inches of snow are possible, with the higher end amounts
expected in the far southern Red River Valley into adjacent areas
of west central Minnesota. Snowfall will continue elsewhere, but
mainly along and south of highway 200, where up to an additional 1
to 2 inches are possible. North of highway 2, hazardous wind
chills are expected, some as low as 50 below zero.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday

The significant winter storm will come to an end late Tuesday
afternoon or early evening. However, dangerous wind chills will
continue into Friday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Snowfall and visibility reports are always appreciated.

In the hours before

Local storm report, Feb 21, 10:24 PM CST, 4 hours 10 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE GRAND FORKS ND
1024 PM CST MON FEB 21 2022

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0909 PM     HEAVY SNOW       BATTLE LAKE             46.29N 95.72W
02/21/2022  M8.0 INCH        OTTER TAIL         MN   PUBLIC

            STILL SNOWING.

&&
Local storm report, Feb 22, 1:39 AM CST, 55 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE GRAND FORKS ND
139 AM CST TUE FEB 22 2022

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1200 AM     SNOW             GRAND FORKS             47.92N 97.07W
02/22/2022  M1.5 INCH        GRAND FORKS        ND   CO-OP OBSERVER

            OFFICIAL NWS GRAND FORKS CLIMATE SNOWFALL
            FOR MONDAY 2/21/2022.

1200 AM     SNOW             FARGO                   46.88N 96.82W
02/22/2022  M4.4 INCH        CASS               ND   CO-OP OBSERVER

            OFFICIAL FARGO CLIMATE SNOWFALL FOR THE DAY
            MONDAY 2/21/2022.

&&

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.