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Blizzard Warning 1, NWS Twin Cities, MN

January 4, 20228 counties in Minnesota

NWS Twin Cities, MN issued this blizzard warning at Jan 4, 2022, 9:26 PM CST for 8 counties in Minnesota. It was in force for 12 hr. 9 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 4, 2022, 9:26 PM CST (03:26 UTC)
Expired
Jan 5, 2022, 9:00 AM CST
In force
12 hr
Issued by
NWS Twin Cities, MN

Counties Chippewa County, MN, Kandiyohi County, MN, Lac qui Parle County, MN, Pope County, MN, Renville County, MN, Stevens County, MN, Swift County, MN, Yellow Medicine County, MN

The radar

The Minneapolis radar (KMPX), 162 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 03:28 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
Jan 5, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.6Prinsburg, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-KD-24 PRINSBURG 0.1 WNW.
Jan 5, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.75 N Willmar, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION WMRM5 WILLMAR 5N.
Jan 5, 6:50 AM CSTSNOW 1Bird Island, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-RV-13 BIRD ISLAND 0.3 SW.
Jan 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 12 Wnw Danube, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-RV-11 DANUBE 2WNW.
Jan 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.2Montevideo, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-CP-1 MONTEVIDEO 0.4 SSW.
Jan 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.47 Sse Bird Island, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-RV-8 BIRD ISLAND 7SSE.
Jan 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.47 Sse Bird Island, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION BDIM5 BIRD ISLAND 7SSE.
Jan 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 2Dawson, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION DWSM5 DAWSON.
Jan 5, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.13 Nw Donnelly, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SV-4 DONNELLY 2WNW.

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, 3.4 hours before the alert went out and 159 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, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2022-01-05Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Minneapolis, MN at 00:00Z on 2022-01-05The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 130 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
791 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
36 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
130 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
152 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

216 
WWUS43 KMPX 050326
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
926 PM CST Tue Jan 4 2022

MNZ047-051130-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.220105T0326Z-220105T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.220105T1500Z-220105T2100Z/
Stevens-
Including the city of Morris
926 PM CST Tue Jan 4 2022

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Total snow
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
  For the Winter Weather Advisory, continued blowing and drifting
  snow as winds gust as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Stevens County.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 9 AM CST Wednesday. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM to 3 PM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute. In addition, wind
  chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed
  skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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>045-048>070-073>077-082>085-091>093-051130-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
Douglas-Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Pope-Stearns-Benton-
Sherburne-Isanti-Chisago-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-
Meeker-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Yellow Medicine-
Renville-McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Scott-Dakota-Redwood-Brown-Nicollet-
Le Sueur-Rice-Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin-Faribault-
Freeborn-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Long Prairie, Little Falls, 
Princeton, Mora, Glenwood, St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Elk River, 
Cambridge, Center City, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, 
Litchfield, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater,
Granite Falls, Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Chanhassen, Chaska, 
Victoria, Shakopee, Hastings, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St Peter, 
Le Sueur, Faribault, St James, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, 
Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
926 PM CST Tue Jan 4 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations up to 5 inches, with the
  highest totals along and north of the I-94 corridor. Winds
  gusting as high as 45 mph in south central Minnesota leading to
  blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, 
  southwest and west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM CST Wednesday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Freezing drizzle has developed ahead of the
  snow in central Minnesota, with freezing drizzle possible
  through midnight for central into east central Minnesota,
  including in the Twin Cities metro. A light glaze of ice is
  possible.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ078-WIZ014>016-023>028-051130-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220106T0000Z/
Goodhue-Polk-Barron-Rusk-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-
Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Red Wing, Osceola, Rice Lake, Ladysmith, 
Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, 
and Eau Claire
926 PM CST Tue Jan 4 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. Winds
  gusting as high as 35 mph will lead to some blowing and drifting
  of snow as well.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Wisconsin and 
  southeast Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$
3 follow-up statements
084 
WWUS43 KMPX 050444
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
1044 PM CST Tue Jan 4 2022

MNZ048-054>057-064-065-051245-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
/O.EXA.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T1500Z/
/O.EXA.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.220105T1500Z-220105T2100Z/
Pope-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-Yellow Medicine-
Renville-
Including the cities of Glenwood, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, 
Willmar, Granite Falls, and Olivia
1044 PM CST Tue Jan 4 2022

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Total snow
  accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, continued blowing and 
  drifting snow as winds gust as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 9 AM CST Wednesday. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM to 3 PM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute. In addition, wind
  chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed
  skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ047-051245-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.220105T1500Z-220105T2100Z/
Stevens-
Including the city of Morris
1044 PM CST Tue Jan 4 2022

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM
CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Total snow
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
  For the Winter Weather Advisory, continued blowing and drifting
  snow as winds gust as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Stevens County.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 9 AM CST Wednesday. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM to 3 PM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute. In addition, wind
  chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed
  skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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>045-049>053-058>063-066>070-073>077-082>085-091>093-051245-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
Douglas-Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Stearns-Benton-Sherburne-
Isanti-Chisago-Meeker-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-
McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Scott-Dakota-Redwood-Brown-Nicollet-Le Sueur-
Rice-Watonwan-Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Long Prairie, Little Falls, 
Princeton, Mora, St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Elk River, Cambridge, 
Center City, Litchfield, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, 
St Paul, Stillwater, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Chanhassen, Chaska, 
Victoria, Shakopee, Hastings, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St Peter, 
Le Sueur, Faribault, St James, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, 
Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
1044 PM CST Tue Jan 4 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations up to 5 inches, with the
  highest totals along and north of the I-94 corridor. Winds
  gusting as high as 45 mph in south central Minnesota leading to
  blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, 
  southwest and west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM CST Wednesday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Freezing drizzle has developed ahead of the
  snow in central Minnesota, with freezing drizzle possible
  through midnight for central into east central Minnesota,
  including in the Twin Cities metro. A light glaze of ice is
  possible.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ078-WIZ014>016-023>028-051245-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220106T0000Z/
Goodhue-Polk-Barron-Rusk-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-
Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Red Wing, Osceola, Rice Lake, Ladysmith, 
Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, 
and Eau Claire
1044 PM CST Tue Jan 4 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. Winds
  gusting as high as 35 mph will lead to some blowing and drifting
  of snow as well.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Wisconsin and 
  southeast Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$
869 
WWUS43 KMPX 051007
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
407 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

MNZ047-048-054>056-064-052215-
/O.NEW.KMPX.WC.Y.0002.220105T2100Z-220106T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.220105T1500Z-220105T2100Z/
Stevens-Pope-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine-
Including the cities of Morris, Glenwood, Madison, Benson, 
Montevideo, and Granite Falls
407 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS
MORNING TO 3 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 3 PM
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Whiteout
  conditions with winds gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Wind
  Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as
  low as 35 below zero. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and
  blowing snow expected. Additional snow accumulation up to one 
  inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 9 AM CST this morning. 
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon to 3 PM 
  CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM this 
  morning to 3 PM CST this afternoon.

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

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ057-065-052215-
/O.NEW.KMPX.WC.Y.0002.220106T0000Z-220106T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.220105T1500Z-220105T2100Z/
Kandiyohi-Renville-
Including the cities of Willmar and Olivia
407 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS
MORNING TO 3 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 3 PM
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Whiteout
  conditions with winds gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Wind
  Chill Advisory, cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as
  35 below zero. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing
  snow. Additional snow accumulation up to one inch. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Kandiyohi and Renville Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 9 AM CST this morning. 
  For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 3 PM 
  CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM this 
  morning to 3 PM CST this afternoon.

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

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ041-052215-
/O.NEW.KMPX.WC.Y.0002.220105T2100Z-220106T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
Douglas-
Including the city of Alexandria
407 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 3 PM
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph. For the Wind Chill Advisory, cold wind chills
  expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...Douglas County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 3 PM CST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 3 PM this 
  afternoon to 3 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. 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 traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

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>051-058-059-066>069-075>077-083>085-092-093-052215-
/O.NEW.KMPX.WC.Y.0002.220106T0300Z-220106T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
Todd-Morrison-Stearns-Benton-Sherburne-Meeker-Wright-McLeod-
Sibley-Carver-Scott-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-
Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, St Cloud, 
Sauk Rapids, Elk River, Litchfield, Monticello, Hutchinson, 
Gaylord, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, St Peter, 
Le Sueur, Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
407 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 3 PM
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting
  as high as 45 mph. For the Wind Chill Advisory, cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central and south central 
  Minnesota.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 3 PM CST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 9 PM this evening 
  to 3 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. 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 traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ073-074-082-091-052215-
/O.NEW.KMPX.WC.Y.0002.220106T0000Z-220106T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-Martin-
Including the cities of Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St James, 
and Fairmont
407 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 3 PM
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow.
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting
  as high as 50 mph. For the Wind Chill Advisory, cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...Redwood, Brown, Watonwan and Martin Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 3 PM CST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to 3 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty 
  winds could bring down tree branches. 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 traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ044-045-052-053-060>063-070-052100-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Isanti-Chisago-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-
Washington-Dakota-
Including the cities of Princeton, Mora, Cambridge, Center City, 
Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, and Hastings
407 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, 
  with the highest totals along and north of the I-94 corridor. 
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph in south central Minnesota 
  leading to blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, 
  southwest and west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM CST Wednesday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Freezing drizzle has developed ahead of 
  the snow in central Minnesota, with freezing drizzle possible 
  through midnight for central into east central Minnesota, 
  including in the Twin Cities metro. A light glaze of ice is 
  possible.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ078-WIZ014>016-023>028-052215-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220106T0000Z/
Goodhue-Polk-Barron-Rusk-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-
Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Red Wing, Osceola, Rice Lake, Ladysmith, 
Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, 
and Eau Claire
407 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

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

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will lead to some blowing and 
  drifting of snow as well.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Wisconsin and 
  southeast Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$
589 
WWUS43 KMPX 051503
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
903 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

MNZ047-048-054>056-064-052315-
/O.EXP.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WC.Y.0002.220105T2100Z-220106T2100Z/
Stevens-Pope-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine-
Including the cities of Morris, Glenwood, Madison, Benson, 
Montevideo, and Granite Falls
903 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 3 PM CST THURSDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM CST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, blowing and drifting
  snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch.
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will continue to lead to blowing
  and drifting snow with occasional whiteout conditions in open
  areas. For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills
  expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 3 PM CST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 3 PM this 
  afternoon to 3 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. 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 traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ057-065-052315-
/O.EXP.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WC.Y.0002.220106T0000Z-220106T2100Z/
Kandiyohi-Renville-
Including the cities of Willmar and Olivia
903 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 3 PM CST THURSDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM CST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, blowing and drifting
  snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch.
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will continue to result in
  blowing and drifting snow with occasional whiteout conditions in
  open areas. For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills 
  expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...Renville and Kandiyohi Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 3 PM CST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to 3 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. 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 traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ041-052315-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WC.Y.0002.220105T2100Z-220106T2100Z/
Douglas-
Including the city of Alexandria
903 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 3 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow.
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting
  as high as 35 mph will result in blowing and drifting snow. For
  the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind 
  chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Douglas County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 3 PM CST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 3 PM this 
  afternoon to 3 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. 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 traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

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>051-058-059-066>069-075>077-083>085-092-093-052315-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WC.Y.0002.220106T0300Z-220106T2100Z/
Todd-Morrison-Stearns-Benton-Sherburne-Meeker-Wright-McLeod-
Sibley-Carver-Scott-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-
Steele-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, St Cloud, 
Sauk Rapids, Elk River, Litchfield, Monticello, Hutchinson, 
Gaylord, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, St Peter, 
Le Sueur, Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
903 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO 3 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow.
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting
  as high as 40 mph will continue to lead to blowing and drifting
  snow. For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills 
  expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central and south central 
  Minnesota.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 3 PM CST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 9 PM this evening 
  to 3 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. 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 traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ073-074-082-091-052315-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WC.Y.0002.220106T0000Z-220106T2100Z/
Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-Martin-
Including the cities of Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St James, 
and Fairmont
903 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 3 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, for blowing and drifting
  snow. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will continue to result in
  blowing and drifting snow. For the Wind Chill Advisory, very 
  cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero.

* WHERE...Watonwan, Martin, Brown and Redwood Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 3 PM CST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM this evening 
  to 3 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. 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 traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

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.

&&

$$

MNZ044-045-052-053-060>063-070-052100-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220105T2100Z/
Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Isanti-Chisago-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-
Washington-Dakota-
Including the cities of Princeton, Mora, Cambridge, Center City, 
Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, and Hastings
903 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up two inches.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM CST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ078-WIZ014>016-023>028-052315-
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-220106T0000Z/
Goodhue-Polk-Barron-Rusk-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-
Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Red Wing, Osceola, Rice Lake, Ladysmith, 
Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, 
and Eau Claire
903 AM CST Wed Jan 5 2022

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

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Wisconsin and 
  southeast Minnesota.

* 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.

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.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 4, 9:26 PM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryMPXChippewa, Kandiyohi, Lac qui Parle, Pope, Renville, Stevens and 2 more21 hr
Jan 5, 4:07 AM CSTWind Chill AdvisoryMPXAnoka, Benton, Blue Earth, Brown, Carver, Chippewa and 34 more59 hr

Nearby

Blizzard Warnings in Minnesota, 2022Every blizzard warning in 2022

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.