Alert archive / Minnesota / Blizzard Warnings in 2023
Blizzard Warning 1, NWS Twin Cities, MN
NWS Twin Cities, MN issued this blizzard warning at Feb 14, 2023, 3:24 AM CST for 7 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Feb 14, 2023, 9:00 PM CST. It was in force for 13 hr. 2 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Feb 14, 2023, 3:24 AM CST (09:24 UTC)
- In effect from
- Feb 14, 2023, 9:00 PM CST
- Expired
- Feb 15, 2023, 10:00 AM CST
- In force
- 13 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Twin Cities, MN
Counties Chippewa County, MN, Douglas County, MN, Lac qui Parle County, MN, Pope County, MN, Stevens County, MN, Swift County, MN, Yellow Medicine County, MN
The radar
The Minneapolis radar (KMPX), 178 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:25 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 7:00 AM CST | SNOW 2.2 | 3 Nw Donnelly, MN | COCORAHS STATION MN-SV-4 DONNELLY 2WNW. |
| Feb 15, 8:30 AM CST | SNOW 1.2 | 6 N Farwell, MN | COCORAHS STATION MN-DS-6 FARWELL 5N. |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Minneapolis, MN (KMPX), launched 00:00Z, 9.4 hours before the alert went out and 175 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1992 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 47 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 390 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 478 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
944 WWUS43 KMPX 140924 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 324 AM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 MNZ041-047-048-141730- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0002.230215T0000Z-230215T1500Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.230215T0300Z-230215T1600Z/ Douglas-Stevens-Pope- Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, and Glenwood 324 AM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Douglas, Stevens and Pope Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east this evening as much colder air arrives. A period of moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 55 mph. A flash freeze and whiteout conditions are likely. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ042-054-055-141730- /O.UPG.KMPX.WS.A.0002.230215T0000Z-230215T1500Z/ /O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.230215T0300Z-230215T1600Z/ Todd-Lac Qui Parle-Swift- Including the cities of Long Prairie, Madison, and Benson 324 AM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Todd, Lac Qui Parle and Swift Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east this evening as much colder air arrives. A period of moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 50 mph. A flash freeze is likely and whiteout conditions are possible at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ056-064-141730- /O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.230215T0300Z-230215T1600Z/ Chippewa-Yellow Medicine- Including the cities of Montevideo and Granite Falls 324 AM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 2 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Chippewa and Yellow Medicine Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east this evening as much colder air arrives. A period of moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 55 mph. A flash freeze is likely and whiteout conditions are possible at times. 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. && $$ MNZ043-049-050-057-058-065>067-073>075-141730- /O.NEW.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.230215T0600Z-230215T1500Z/ Morrison-Stearns-Benton-Kandiyohi-Meeker-Renville-McLeod-Sibley- Redwood-Brown-Nicollet- Including the cities of Little Falls, St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Willmar, Litchfield, Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St Peter 324 AM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central and southwest Minnesota. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east late this evening as much colder air arrives. A period of light to moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 55 mph. A flash freeze is likely and whiteout conditions are possible at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ Borghoff
6 follow-up statements
637 WWUS43 KMPX 141300 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 700 AM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 MNZ041-047-048-142130- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.230215T0300Z-230215T1600Z/ Douglas-Stevens-Pope- Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, and Glenwood 700 AM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Douglas, Stevens and Pope Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east this evening as much colder air arrives. A period of moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 55 mph. A flash freeze and whiteout conditions are likely. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ042-054>056-064-142130- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.230215T0300Z-230215T1600Z/ Todd-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine- Including the cities of Long Prairie, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, and Granite Falls 700 AM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Todd, Lac Qui Parle, Swift, Chippewa and Yellow Medicine Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east this evening as much colder air arrives. A period of moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 50 mph. A flash freeze is likely and whiteout conditions are possible at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ043-049-050-057-058-065>067-073>075-142130- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.230215T0600Z-230215T1500Z/ Morrison-Stearns-Benton-Kandiyohi-Meeker-Renville-McLeod-Sibley- Redwood-Brown-Nicollet- Including the cities of Little Falls, St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Willmar, Litchfield, Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St Peter 700 AM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central and southwest Minnesota. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east late this evening as much colder air arrives. A period of light to moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 55 mph. A flash freeze is likely and whiteout conditions are possible at times. 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. && $$ Borghoff
349 WWUS43 KMPX 142153 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 353 PM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 MNZ041-047-048-150700- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.230215T0300Z-230215T1600Z/ Douglas-Stevens-Pope- Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, and Glenwood 353 PM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Douglas, Stevens and Pope Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east this evening as much colder air arrives. A period of moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 55 mph. A flash freeze and whiteout conditions are likely. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ051-059>063-068>070-076-077-150700- /O.EXA.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.230215T0600Z-230215T1500Z/ Sherburne-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver-Scott- Dakota-Le Sueur-Rice- Including the cities of Elk River, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, Hastings, Le Sueur, and Faribault 353 PM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central and south central Minnesota. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east during the early morning hours as much colder air arrives. A period of light to moderate snow will occur overnight through the Wednesday morning commute as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 45 mph. A flash freeze is likely and whiteout conditions are possible at times. 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. && $$ MNZ042-054>056-064-150700- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.230215T0300Z-230215T1600Z/ Todd-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine- Including the cities of Long Prairie, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, and Granite Falls 353 PM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Todd, Lac Qui Parle, Swift, Chippewa and Yellow Medicine Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east this evening as much colder air arrives. A period of moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 50 mph. A flash freeze is likely and whiteout conditions are possible at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ043-049-050-057-058-065>067-073>075-150700- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.230215T0600Z-230215T1500Z/ Morrison-Stearns-Benton-Kandiyohi-Meeker-Renville-McLeod-Sibley- Redwood-Brown-Nicollet- Including the cities of Little Falls, St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Willmar, Litchfield, Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St Peter 353 PM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central and southwest Minnesota. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain today will turn to snow from west to east late this evening as much colder air arrives. A period of light to moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 50 mph. A flash freeze is likely and whiteout conditions are possible at times. 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. && $$
786 WWUS43 KMPX 150316 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 916 PM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 MNZ041-047-048-151200- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230215T1600Z/ Douglas-Stevens-Pope- Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, and Glenwood 916 PM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Douglas, Stevens and Pope Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to as low as one quarter mile. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 55 mph. A flash freeze and whiteout conditions are likely. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ042-054>056-064-151200- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230215T1600Z/ Todd-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine- Including the cities of Long Prairie, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, and Granite Falls 916 PM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Todd, Lac Qui Parle, Swift, Chippewa and Yellow Medicine Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of moderate snow will occur late evening and overnight as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 50 mph. A flash freeze is likely and whiteout conditions are possible at times. 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. && $$ MNZ043-049>051-057>063-065>070-073>077-151200- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.230215T0600Z-230215T1500Z/ Morrison-Stearns-Benton-Sherburne-Kandiyohi-Meeker-Wright- Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Renville-McLeod-Sibley-Carver- Scott-Dakota-Redwood-Brown-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice- Including the cities of Little Falls, St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Elk River, Willmar, Litchfield, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, Hastings, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, St Peter, Le Sueur, and Faribault 916 PM CST Tue Feb 14 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central and southwest Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of light to moderate snow will occur overnight through the Wednesday morning commute as winds increase steadily and gust as high as 45 mph. A flash freeze is likely and whiteout conditions are possible at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$
545 WWUS43 KMPX 150831 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 231 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 MNZ054>056-064-151600- /O.UPG.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230215T1600Z/ /O.EXA.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230215T1600Z/ Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine- Including the cities of Madison, Benson, Montevideo, and Granite Falls 231 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Lac Qui Parle, Swift, Chippewa and Yellow Medicine Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage. The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ041-047-048-151600- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230215T1600Z/ Douglas-Stevens-Pope- Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, and Glenwood 231 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of up to three inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Douglas, Stevens and Pope Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ042-151600- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230215T1600Z/ Todd- Including the city of Long Prairie 231 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Snow, blowing snow, and refreeze happening on roads. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Todd County. * WHEN...Until 10 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. && $$ MNZ043-049-050-057-058-065>067-073>075-151500- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230215T1500Z/ Morrison-Stearns-Benton-Kandiyohi-Meeker-Renville-McLeod-Sibley- Redwood-Brown-Nicollet- Including the cities of Little Falls, St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Willmar, Litchfield, Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St Peter 231 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Snow, blowing snow, and refreeze happening on roads. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central and southwest Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures dropping below freezing with wet pavement conditions will lead to the threat of ice forming on the roads. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ051-059>063-068>070-076-077-151500- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230215T1500Z/ Sherburne-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver-Scott- Dakota-Le Sueur-Rice- Including the cities of Elk River, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, Hastings, Le Sueur, and Faribault 231 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Snow and refreezing happening on roads. Total snow accumulations under one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central and south central Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures dropping below freezing with wet pavement conditions will lead to the threat of ice forming on the roads. 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. && $$
177 WWUS43 KMPX 150915 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 315 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 MNZ051-059>063-068>070-076-077-151015- /O.CAN.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230215T1500Z/ Sherburne-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver-Scott- Dakota-Le Sueur-Rice- Including the cities of Elk River, Monticello, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, Hastings, Le Sueur, and Faribault 315 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Limited amounts of snow and temperatures that don't fall into the upper 20s until after sunrise will limit the amount of refreeze on roads in and around the Twin Cities metro area. Some patchy icy conditions on overpasses are possible, but widespread icy roads are not anticipated this morning. $$ MNZ041-047-048-054>056-064-151600- /O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230215T1600Z/ Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine- Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, and Granite Falls 315 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of up to three inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Douglas, Stevens and Pope Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage. The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ042-151600- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230215T1600Z/ Todd- Including the city of Long Prairie 315 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Snow, blowing snow, and refreeze happening on roads. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Todd County. * WHEN...Until 10 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin. && $$ MNZ043-049-050-057-058-065>067-073>075-151500- /O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230215T1500Z/ Morrison-Stearns-Benton-Kandiyohi-Meeker-Renville-McLeod-Sibley- Redwood-Brown-Nicollet- Including the cities of Little Falls, St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Willmar, Litchfield, Olivia, Hutchinson, Gaylord, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St Peter 315 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Snow, blowing snow, and refreeze happening on roads. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central and southwest Minnesota. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures dropping into the teens and lower 20s with wet pavement conditions will lead to the threat of ice forming on the roads. 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. && $$
000 WWUS43 KMPX 151611 WSWMPX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN 1011 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 MNZ041-047-048-054>056-064-151715- /O.EXP.KMPX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-230215T1600Z/ Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Yellow Medicine- Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, Madison, Benson, Montevideo, and Granite Falls 1011 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM CST THIS MORNING... Conditions have steadily improved this morning as wind speeds have begun to decrease. Brief dips in visibility will become more localized over the next few hours. Patchy blowing snow remains possible, but widespread blowing snow is not expected. Significant widespread travel impacts are not expected, but ongoing impacts due to icy conditions should improve as winds decrease. $$ MNZ042-151715- /O.EXP.KMPX.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230215T1600Z/ Todd- Including the city of Long Prairie 1011 AM CST Wed Feb 15 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM CST THIS MORNING... Conditions have steadily improved this morning as wind speeds have begun to decrease. Brief dips in visibility will become more localized over the next few hours. Patchy blowing snow remains possible, but widespread blowing snow is not expected. Some patchy icy conditions on untreated surfaces will remain, but gradually improve. $$ Hewett
The office that day
Everything else NWS Twin Cities, MN issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 14, 3:24 AM CST | Winter Weather Advisory | MPX | Anoka, Benton, Brown, Carver, Chippewa, Dakota and 21 more | 31 hr |
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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.