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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Twin Cities, MN

February 21, 202328 counties in Minnesota

NWS Twin Cities, MN issued this blizzard warning at Feb 21, 2023, 3:27 AM CST for 28 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Feb 22, 2023, 9:00 AM CST. It was in force for 27 hr. 60 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 21, 2023, 3:27 AM CST (09:27 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 22, 2023, 9:00 AM CST
Expired
Feb 23, 2023, 12:00 PM CST
In force
27 hr
Issued by
NWS Twin Cities, MN
All 28 counties

Blue Earth County, MN, Brown County, MN, Carver County, MN, Chippewa County, MN, Douglas County, MN, Faribault County, MN, Freeborn County, MN, Kandiyohi County, MN, Lac qui Parle County, MN, Le Sueur County, MN, Martin County, MN, McLeod County, MN, Meeker County, MN, Nicollet County, MN, Pope County, MN, Redwood County, MN, Renville County, MN, Rice County, MN, Scott County, MN, Sibley County, MN, Stearns County, MN, Steele County, MN, Stevens County, MN, Swift County, MN, Waseca County, MN, Watonwan County, MN, Wright County, MN, Yellow Medicine County, MN

The radar

The Minneapolis radar (KMPX), 81 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:31 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, 9:00 AM CSTSNOW 23 Wsw Buffalo, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-WR-102 BUFFALO 4.1 WSW.
Feb 22, 9:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.24 Se Kilkenny, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-RC-50 WATERVILLE 5.0 NE.
Feb 22, 9:00 AM CSTSNOW 2.33 S St. Stephen, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SR-36 SAINT JOSEPH 6.4 N.
Feb 22, 9:00 AM CSTSNOW 5Belgrade, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SR-50 BELGRADE 0.4 WNW.
Feb 22, 9:45 AM CSTSNOW 3.55 S St. Cloud, MNSTORM TOTAL SNOW PROVIDED BY TRAINED SPOTTER.
Feb 22, 9:45 AM CSTSNOW 6.51 Ne Chanhassen, MNSTORM TOTAL SNOW PROVIDED BY TRAINED SPOTTER.
Feb 22, 9:52 AM CSTSNOW 3Albert Lea, MNBROADCAST MEDIA MEASURED 3.0 INCHES IN ALBERT LEA, MN.
Feb 22, 10:00 AM CSTSNOW 3.3Winnebago, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-FT-2 WINNEBAGO 0.1 E.
Feb 22, 10:00 AM CSTSNOW 4.61 Sse Benson, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SW-7 BENSON 0.6 SE.
Feb 22, 11:15 AM CSTSNOW 2.8Delano, MNMEASUREMENT PROVIDED BY TRAINED SPOTTER ON SOCIAL MEDIA.
Feb 22, 6:00 PM CSTSNOW 61 Nw Milan, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION MIAM5 MILAN 1 NW.
Feb 22, 6:30 PM CSTSNOW 73 Ese Avon, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION CLGM5 COLLEGEVILLE ST JOHNS UNIV.
Feb 22, 9:34 PM CSTSNOW 9.32 Wnw Prior Lake, MNSTORM TOTAL.
Feb 22, 10:33 PM CSTSNOW 8.51 Ssw Savage, MNSTORM TOTAL SINCE TUESDAY AFTERNOON ONSET. RELAYED THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA.
Feb 23, 12:00 AM CSTSNOW 1.52 Sw Chanhassen, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION MPXM5 CHANHASSEN (NWS).
Feb 23, 12:00 AM CSTSNOW 8.2Chanhassen Nws, MNSTORM TOTAL.
Feb 23, 2:20 AM CSTSNOW 7Mankato, MNSTORM TOTAL, PHOTO RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
Feb 23, 5:30 AM CSTSNOW 10.7Watertown, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-CV-8 WATERTOWN 0.5 NNW.
Feb 23, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 11.55 N Willmar, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION WMRM5 WILLMAR 5N.
Feb 23, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 122 N Waseca, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-WC-8 WASECA 2.0 N.
Feb 23, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 12.52 Sw Chanhassen, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION MPXM5 CHANHASSEN (NWS).
Feb 23, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 133 N Kimball, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION KIMM5 KIMBALL 3N.
Feb 23, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 13.1Otsego, MNSTORM TOTAL SNOW. DRIFTS 21-26 INCHES HIGH.
Feb 23, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 13.53 Ene Montgomery, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-RC-1 MONTGOMERY 3ENE.
Feb 23, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 14.53 Wnw Cedar Mills, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-MK-18 LITCHFIELD 11.6 SSW.
Feb 23, 6:00 AM CSTSNOW 16Prinsburg, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-KD-24 PRINSBURG 0.1 WNW.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 9.24 S Albany, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SR-29 ALBANY 3SSE.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 101 Ene Melrose, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION MLRM5 MELROSE.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 101 Ese Blue Earth, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-FT-5 BLUE EARTH 0.6 ESE.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 102 Ese Oshawa, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-NC-3 ST. PETER 6WSW.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 10.51 Sse Sartell, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SR-9 SARTELL 1SSE.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 10.51 Sw Albert Lea, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-FN-5 ALBERT LEA 1WSW.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 111 Ne Owatonna, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SE-22 OWATONNA 1.0 ENE.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 111 Ne Owatonna, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SE-2 OWATONNA 0.8 E.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 114 Sw Watson, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-LQ-11 4 WSW WATSON.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 11.31 Ese St. Joseph, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SR-20 SAINT JOSEPH 0.2 N.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 11.81 Nne Skyline, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BU-49 MANKATO 2.8 WSW.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 121 N Faribault, MNCO-OP OBSERVER STATION FBTM5 FARIBAULT.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 12.5Belview, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-RW-11 BELVIEW 0.3 S.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 12.61 Wsw Carver, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-CV-1 CARVER 1W.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 12.77 Se Pleasant Lake, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SR-48 ST AUGUSTA 2.1 S.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 12.82 Ssw Paynesville, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SR-24 PAYNESVILLE 1SSW.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 133 N Prior Lake, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SC-72 PRIOR LAKE 1.3 NNE.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 13.21 Sw North Mankato, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-NC-12 NORTH MANKATO 0.8 SSW.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 13.26 Sw Credit River, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SC-69 6 N VESELI.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 13.51 E Northfield, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-RC-57 NORTHFIELD 0.6 ESE.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 141 Nnw New Prague, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SC-49 NEW PRAGUE 1.0 NNW.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 144 Nnw Lafayette, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SB-7 WINTHROP 5.0 SW.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 14Dassel, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-MK-11 DASSEL 0.4 S.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 14.6New Ulm, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BW-20 NEW ULM.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 154 Ene Jordan, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SC-71 SHAKOPEE 6.3 SW.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 15.11 S Excelsior, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-CV-40 EXCELSIOR 0.8 S.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 15.82 Wnw Prior Lake, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-SC-2 PRIOR LAKE 1WSW.
Feb 23, 7:00 AM CSTSNOW 16.52 Wnw Danube, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-RV-11 DANUBE 2WNW.
Feb 23, 7:25 AM CSTSNOW 15.51 Ssw Savage, MNTRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED STORM TOTAL SNOW OF 15.5 INCHES IN SAVAGE, MN.
Feb 23, 7:30 AM CSTSNOW 9.7Alden, MN
Feb 23, 7:30 AM CSTSNOW 103 Wsw Garden City, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BU-34 GARDEN CITY 2.7 WSW.
Feb 23, 7:30 AM CSTSNOW 10.26 Nnw Sveadahl, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-BW-8 SVEADAHL 5NNW.
Feb 23, 7:30 AM CSTSNOW 12.42 Ne Kasota, MNCOCORAHS STATION MN-LS-32 SAINT PETER 1.6 SSE.
Feb 23, 7:30 AM CSTSNOW 13.3Chaska, MNSTORM TOTAL SNOWFALL AT 730AM 2/23.

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, 9.5 hours before the alert went out and 79 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 2023-02-21Temperature 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 2023-02-21The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 100 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
933 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
72 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
100 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
153 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

180 
WWUS43 KMPX 210927
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
327 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...HISTORIC WINTER STORM SHOULD LEAD TO IMPOSSIBLE TRAVEL BY
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND EARLY THURSDAY...

.Two primary rounds of snow are expected. The first will arrive
this afternoon, moving from west to east, and tapering off early 
Wednesday. Accumulations of 3 to 7 inches are expected with round 
one. Round two is more widespread, and will begin Wednesday 
afternoon and continue into Thursday with an additional 10 to 20 
inches expected. Total snow accumulations will range from 15 to 25
inches, with the best chance for the higher end totals across 
east central Minnesota and west central Wisconsin. This is 
expected to reach the top 5 heaviest snow storms.

The worst conditions will be Wednesday evening through Thursday,
and a Blizzard Warning was issued for several counties in western
and central Minnesota during this time frame. Heavy snow will
combine with northeast wind gusts of 35 mph across the region, to
near 50 mph in western and central Minnesota. This will lead to 
significant blowing and drifting snow with whiteout conditions in 
open areas. Some drifts may be several feet deep, making travel
nearly impossible.

MNZ047>049-054>058-064-065-073-074-082-211730-
/O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T2100Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230221T1800Z-230222T2100Z/
Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-
Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, Madison, 
Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, Olivia, 
Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St James
327 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 3 PM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM WEDNESDAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 30
  mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 8 to 11 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 to 50 mph.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from noon today to 3 PM 
  CST Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 3 PM Wednesday 
  to noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible as
  widespread blowing snow leads to whiteout conditions. 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...Significant drifting will occur due to the
  heavy snow totals and strong winds. Drifts may be several feet 
  deep. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must
travel, have a full tank of gas, a charged cell phone, and warm
clothes or blankets 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.

&&

$$

MNZ066-067-075>077-083-084-211730-
/O.NEW.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T2100Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230221T2100Z-230222T2100Z/
McLeod-Sibley-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-
Including the cities of Hutchinson, Gaylord, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Mankato, and Waseca
327 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
3 PM CST WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM WEDNESDAY TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 4 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 30
  mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 10 to 13 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 3 PM this afternoon 
  to 3 PM CST Wednesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 3 PM 
  Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible as
  widespread blowing snow leads to whiteout conditions. 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...Significant drifting will occur due to the
  heavy snow totals and strong winds. Drifts may be several feet
  deep. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must
travel, have a full tank of gas, a charged cell phone, and warm
clothes or blankets 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>043-050-211730-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230223T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.230221T1800Z-230223T0000Z/
Douglas-Todd-Morrison-Benton-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Long Prairie, Little Falls, 
and Sauk Rapids
327 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO
6 PM CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow and blowing snow
  expected. Snow accumulations of 8 to 11 inches. Winds gusting as
  high as 40 to 45 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow 
  expected. Snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph. For the entire storm, total storm accumulations 
  will range from 12 to 18 inches.

* WHERE...Douglas, Todd, Morrison and Benton Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 6 
  PM CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from noon 
  Tuesday to 6 PM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with
  drifting snow and reduced visibility. 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...Significant drifting will occur due to the
  heavy snow totals and strong winds. Drifts may be several feet 
  deep. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, have a full tank of gas, a charged cell 
phone, and warm clothes or blankets 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.

&&

$$

MNZ044-045-052-053-WIZ014>016-211730-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230223T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.230221T2100Z-230223T0000Z/
Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Isanti-Chisago-Polk-Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Princeton, Mora, Cambridge, Center City, 
Osceola, Rice Lake, and Ladysmith
327 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow and blowing snow
  expected. Snow accumulations of 10 to 15 inches. Winds gusting
  as high as 35 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow 
  expected. Snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 35 mph. For the entire storm, total storm accumulations 
  will range from 14 to 19 inches.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Minnesota and northwest 
  Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 6 
  PM CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM 
  Tuesday to 6 PM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant drifting will occur due to the
  heavy snow totals and strong winds. Drifts may be several feet
  deep. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, have a full tank of gas, a charged cell 
phone, and warm clothes or blankets 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>070-078-085-WIZ023>028-211730-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230221T2100Z-230224T0000Z/
Sherburne-Wright-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Carver-Scott-
Dakota-Goodhue-Steele-St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-
Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Elk River, Monticello, Minneapolis, 
Blaine, St Paul, Stillwater, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, 
Shakopee, Hastings, Red Wing, Owatonna, Hudson, River Falls, 
Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
327 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Snow accumulations
  of 4 to 7 inches Tuesday and Tuesday night, followed by an
  additional 14 to 19 inches Wednesday afternoon into Thursday.
  For the entire storm, total accumulations will range from 18 to
  24 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 to 40 mph by Wednesday.

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

* WHEN...From 3 PM Tuesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible,
  especially late Wednesday into Thursday. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant drifting will occur due to the
  heavy snow totals and strong winds. Drifts may be several feet
  deep. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, have a full tank of gas, a charged cell 
phone, and warm clothes or blankets 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.

&&

$$

MNZ091>093-211730-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230222T1200Z-230223T1800Z/
Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
327 AM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO
NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow
  accumulations of 10 to 16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph.

* WHERE...Martin and Faribault Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant drifting will occur due to the
  heavy snow totals and strong winds. Drifts may be several feet
  deep. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, have a full tank of gas, a charged cell 
phone, and warm clothes or blankets 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.

&&

$$

jrb
8 follow-up statements
680 
WWUS43 KMPX 212030
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
230 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...HISTORIC WINTER STORM SHOULD LEAD TO IMPOSSIBLE TRAVEL BY
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND EARLY THURSDAY...

.Two primary rounds of snow are expected. The first will occur this
afternoon through tonight, moving from west to east. Accumulations
of 4 to 8 inches are expected with round one. Round two is more 
widespread, and will begin Wednesday afternoon and continue into 
Thursday with an additional 8 to 18 inches expected. Total snow 
accumulations will range from 14 to 24 inches, with the best 
chance for the higher end totals along a west to east axis from
west central Minnesota through east central Minnesota and into
west central Wisconsin. This is expected to reach the top 5 
heaviest snow storms for many location.

The worst conditions will be Wednesday afternoon through 
Thursday morning, and a Blizzard Warning is in effect for many
counties in western and central Minnesota during this time frame. 
Heavy snow will combine with northeast wind gusts of 35 mph across
the region, to around 45 mph in western and central Minnesota. 
This will lead to significant blowing and drifting snow with 
whiteout conditions in open areas. Some drifts may be several feet
deep, making travel nearly impossible.

MNZ041-220900-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230223T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1500Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230222T1500Z/
Douglas-
Including the city of Alexandria
230 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting 
  as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Douglas County.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ059-068-069-220900-
/O.EXB.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230221T2100Z-230222T1800Z/
Wright-Carver-Scott-
Including the cities of Monticello, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria,
and Shakopee
230 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 5 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 35 mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions 
  expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 13 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Wright, Carver and Scott Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Wednesday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from noon Wednesday to 6 PM CST 
  Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ047>049-054>058-064-065-073-074-082-220900-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230222T1500Z/
/O.EXT.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1500Z-230223T1800Z/
Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-
Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, Madison, 
Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, Olivia, 
Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St James
230 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional 
  snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions 
  expected. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 15 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 9 AM CST Wednesday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from 9 AM Wednesday to noon CST 
  Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. 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...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ066-067-075>077-083-084-220900-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230221T2100Z-230222T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1800Z-230224T0000Z/
McLeod-Sibley-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-
Including the cities of Hutchinson, Gaylord, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Mankato, and Waseca
230 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 3 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions 
  expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 13 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Wednesday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from noon Wednesday to 6 PM CST 
  Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ042-043-050-220900-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230223T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230223T0000Z/
Todd-Morrison-Benton-
Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, 
and Sauk Rapids
230 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Todd, Morrison and Benton Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 6 
  PM CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM 
  CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could 
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ044-045-052-053-WIZ014>016-220900-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230223T0000Z-230224T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.230221T2100Z-230223T0000Z/
Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Isanti-Chisago-Polk-Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Princeton, Mora, Cambridge, Center City, 
Osceola, Rice Lake, and Ladysmith
230 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM WEDNESDAY TO
6 PM CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 8 to 11 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow 
  expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 7 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Minnesota and northwest 
  Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 6 
  PM CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM 
  CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. 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...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ051-060>063-070-078-085-WIZ023>028-220900-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230221T2100Z-230224T0000Z/
Sherburne-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Dakota-Goodhue-Steele-
St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Elk River, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, 
Stillwater, Hastings, Red Wing, Owatonna, Hudson, River Falls, 
Menomonie, Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
230 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 16 to 
  21 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ091>093-220900-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230222T1200Z-230223T1800Z/
Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
230 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO
NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 
  11 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Martin, Faribault and Freeborn Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$
901 
WWUS43 KMPX 220248
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
848 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...HISTORIC WINTER STORM SHOULD LEAD TO IMPOSSIBLE TRAVEL BY
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND EARLY THURSDAY...

.Two primary rounds of snow are expected. The first will continue
through tonight. Accumulations of 4 to 8 inches by Wednesday
morning. Round two is more widespread and continuous, and will 
begin Wednesday afternoon and continue into Thursday with an 
additional 8 to 18 inches expected. Total snow accumulations will 
range from 14 to 24 inches, with the best chance for the higher 
end totals along a west to east axis from southwest Minnesota 
through east central Minnesota and into west central Wisconsin. 
This is expected to reach the top 5 heaviest snow storms for many 
locations.

The worst conditions will be Wednesday afternoon through Thursday
morning, and a Blizzard Warning is in effect for areas south of
I-94 and west of I-35. Heavy snow will combine with northeast 
wind gusts of 35 mph across the region, to around 45 mph in 
western and southern Minnesota. This will lead to significant 
blowing and drifting snow with whiteout conditions in open areas. 
Some drifts may be several feet deep, making travel nearly 
impossible.

MNZ091>093-221100-
/O.UPG.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230222T1200Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1800Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230222T1800Z/
Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
848 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected.  
  Snow accumulations of 8 to 11 inches. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Martin, Faribault and Freeborn Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from noon Wednesday to noon 
  CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon CST 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Some drifts
  may be several feet deep.

  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.

&&

$$

MNZ085-221100-
/O.EXB.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1800Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230222T1800Z/
Steele-
Including the city of Owatonna
848 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
  For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Snow 
  accumulations of 9 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

* WHERE...Steele County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Wednesday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from noon Wednesday to noon CST 
  Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Some drifts may be several feet deep.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ059-068-069-221100-
/O.EXT.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1800Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230222T1800Z/
Wright-Carver-Scott-
Including the cities of Monticello, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria,
and Shakopee
848 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
  For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Snow 
  accumulations of 11 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

* WHERE...Wright, Carver and Scott Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Wednesday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from noon Wednesday to noon CST 
  Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Some drifts may be several feet deep.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ066-067-075>077-083-084-221100-
/O.EXT.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1800Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230222T1800Z/
McLeod-Sibley-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-
Including the cities of Hutchinson, Gaylord, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Mankato, and Waseca
848 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON WEDNESDAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
  For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Snow 
  accumulations of 11 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST Wednesday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from noon Wednesday to noon CST 
  Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Some drifts
  may be several feet deep.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ042>045-050-052-053-WIZ014>016-221100-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230223T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230223T0000Z/
Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Benton-Isanti-Chisago-Polk-
Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, Princeton, 
Mora, Sauk Rapids, Cambridge, Center City, Osceola, Rice Lake, 
and Ladysmith
848 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM WEDNESDAY TO NOON
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Snow 
  accumulations of 8 to 13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central Minnesota and 
  northwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 6 PM Wednesday to 
  noon CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM 
  CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. 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. Some drifts may be several feet deep.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ051-060>063-070-078-WIZ023>028-221100-
/O.EXT.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Sherburne-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Dakota-Goodhue-
St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Elk River, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, 
Stillwater, Hastings, Red Wing, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, 
Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
848 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 15 to 20 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central and southeast 
  Minnesota and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Some drifts
  may be several feet deep.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ047>049-054>058-064-065-073-074-082-221100-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230222T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1500Z-230223T1800Z/
Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-
Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, Madison, 
Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, Olivia, 
Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St James
848 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM WEDNESDAY TO NOON
CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
  For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Snow 
  accumulations of 10 to 15 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 
  mph.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 9 AM CST Wednesday. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, from 9 AM Wednesday to noon CST 
  Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  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. Some drifts may be several feet deep.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ041-221100-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1500Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230222T1500Z/
Douglas-
Including the city of Alexandria
848 PM CST Tue Feb 21 2023

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

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. 
  Snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45
  mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...Douglas County.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. 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. Some drifts may be several feet deep.
 
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.

&&

$$

Borghoff
487 
WWUS43 KMPX 220954
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
354 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...HISTORIC WINTER STORM WILL LIKELY LEAD TO IMPOSSIBLE TRAVEL BY
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND EARLY THURSDAY...

.Two primary rounds of snow are expected. The first round will 
diminish by late this morning with accumulations of 5 to 7 inches.
Round two will be more widespread and continuous, beginning early
Wednesday afternoon and continuing through Thursday morning with 
an additional 9 to 14 inches snow accumulation expected. Total 
snow accumulations will range from 14 to 21 inches, with the 
higher end totals along a west to east axis from southwest 
Minnesota through east central Minnesota and into west central 
Wisconsin. This is expected to reach the top 5 heaviest snow 
storms for many locations.

The worst conditions will be Wednesday afternoon through Thursday
morning. A Blizzard Warning remains in effect for areas south of
Interstate 94 and west of Interstate 35. Heavy snow will combine 
with northeast wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph, with the highest wind
speeds over western and southern Minnesota. This will lead to 
significant blowing and drifting snow with whiteout conditions in 
open areas. Some drifts may be several feet deep, making travel 
nearly impossible.

MNZ047>049-054>058-064-065-073-074-082-221800-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230222T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1500Z-230223T1800Z/
Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-
Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, Madison, 
Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, Olivia, 
Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St James
354 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 10 to 15 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 9 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Blizzard Warning, from 9 AM this morning to 
  noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Some drifts may be
  several feet deep. 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...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ059-068-069-085-221800-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230222T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1800Z-230223T1800Z/
Wright-Carver-Scott-Steele-
Including the cities of Monticello, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria,
Shakopee, and Owatonna
354 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
  For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 10 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as
  45 mph.

* WHERE...Wright, Carver, Scott and Steele Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST today. For 
  the Blizzard Warning, from noon today to noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Some drifts may be several feet deep.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ066-067-075>077-083-084-221800-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230222T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1800Z-230223T1800Z/
McLeod-Sibley-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-Blue Earth-Waseca-
Including the cities of Hutchinson, Gaylord, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Mankato, and Waseca
354 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 10 to 13 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until noon CST today. For 
  the Blizzard Warning, from noon today to noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Some drifts may be several feet deep.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ041-221800-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1500Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230222T1500Z/
Douglas-
Including the city of Alexandria
354 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting 
  as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Douglas County.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 9 AM this morning to 
  noon CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 9 AM 
  CST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could
  bring down tree branches. Some drifts may be several feet deep.
  The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

MNZ091>093-221800-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.230222T1800Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230222T1800Z/
Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Fairmont, Blue Earth, and Albert Lea
354 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
TODAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 8 to 11 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Martin, Faribault and Freeborn Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from noon today to noon CST 
  Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon CST 
  today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Some drifts may be several feet deep.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ042>045-050-052-053-WIZ014>016-221800-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230223T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230223T0000Z/
Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Benton-Isanti-Chisago-Polk-
Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, Princeton, 
Mora, Sauk Rapids, Cambridge, Center City, Osceola, Rice Lake, 
and Ladysmith
354 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 7 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central Minnesota and 
  northwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM 
  CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Some drifts may be several feet deep. 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...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ051-060>063-070-078-WIZ023>028-221800-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Sherburne-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Dakota-Goodhue-
St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Elk River, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, 
Stillwater, Hastings, Red Wing, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, 
Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
354 AM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 13 to 17 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central and southeast 
  Minnesota and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Some drifts may be several feet deep.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$
309 
WWUS43 KMPX 221858
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
1258 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WITH DIFFICULT TO IMPOSSIBLE TRAVEL THIS 
AFTERNOON THROUGH EARLY THURSDAY...

.This second round will be more widespread and continuous than the
first, beginning early Wednesday afternoon and continuing through
Thursday morning with an additional 8 to 12 inches snow 
accumulation expected. Total snow accumulations will range from 10
to 18 inches, with the higher end totals along a west to east 
axis from southwest Minnesota through east central Minnesota and 
into west central Wisconsin. 

The worst conditions will be Wednesday afternoon through Thursday
morning. A Blizzard Warning remains in effect for areas south of
Interstate 94 and west of Interstate 35. Heavy snow will combine
with northeast wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph, with the highest wind
speeds over western and southern Minnesota. This will lead to
significant blowing and drifting snow with whiteout conditions in
open areas. Some drifts may be several feet deep, making travel
nearly impossible.

MNZ041-047>049-054>058-064-065-073-074-082-230300-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-
Kandiyohi-Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, 
Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, 
Olivia, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St James
1258 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 8
  to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  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.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ059-066>069-075>077-083>085-091>093-230300-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wright-McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Scott-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-
Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Monticello, Hutchinson, Gaylord, 
Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
1258 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 8
  to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ042>045-050-052-053-WIZ014>016-230300-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.230223T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-230223T0000Z/
Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Benton-Isanti-Chisago-Polk-
Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, Princeton, 
Mora, Sauk Rapids, Cambridge, Center City, Osceola, Rice Lake, 
and Ladysmith
1258 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 
  45 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central Minnesota and 
  northwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM 
  CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. 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...

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

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.

&&

$$

MNZ051-060>063-070-078-WIZ023>028-230300-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Sherburne-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Dakota-Goodhue-
St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Elk River, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, 
Stillwater, Hastings, Red Wing, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, 
Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
1258 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 8 to 12 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central and southeast 
  Minnesota and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$
533 
WWUS43 KMPX 230300
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
900 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WITH DIFFICULT TO IMPOSSIBLE TRAVEL THIS
AFTERNOON THROUGH EARLY THURSDAY...

.Snowfall will continue through the rest of the night, with the
highest snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour expected near
sunrise. An additional 8 to 12 inches of snow accumulation is
expected tonight. Total snow accumulations will range from 10 to 
18 inches, with the higher end totals along a west to east axis 
from southwest Minnesota through east central Minnesota and into 
west central Wisconsin.

The worst conditions will tonight through Thursday morning. A 
Blizzard Warning remains in effect for areas south of Interstate 
94 and west of Interstate 35. Heavy snow will combine with 
northeast wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph, with the highest wind 
speeds over western and southern Minnesota. This will lead to 
significant blowing and drifting snow with occasional whiteout 
conditions in open areas. Some drifts may be several feet deep, 
making travel nearly impossible.

MNZ041-047>049-054>058-064-065-073-074-082-231100-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-
Kandiyohi-Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, 
Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, 
Olivia, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St James
900 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 5
  to 8 inches. Storm total accumulations of 10 to 16 inches.Winds
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. 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.

&&

$$

MNZ059-066>069-075>077-083>085-091>093-231100-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wright-McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Scott-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-
Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Monticello, Hutchinson, Gaylord, 
Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
900 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 5
  to 10 inches. Storm total accumulations of 12 to 18 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ051-060>063-070-078-WIZ023>028-231100-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Sherburne-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Dakota-Goodhue-
St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Elk River, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, 
Stillwater, Hastings, Red Wing, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, 
Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
900 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 9
  inches. Storm total accumulations of 12 to 18 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central and southeast 
  Minnesota and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ042>045-050-052-053-WIZ014>016-231100-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Benton-Isanti-Chisago-Polk-
Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, Princeton, 
Mora, Sauk Rapids, Cambridge, Center City, Osceola, Rice Lake, 
and Ladysmith
900 PM CST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 9
  inches. Storm total accumulations of 12 to 18 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central Minnesota and 
  northwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for 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.

&&

$$
524 
WWUS43 KMPX 230605
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
1205 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WITH DIFFICULT TO IMPOSSIBLE TRAVEL THROUGH EARLY
THURSDAY...

.Snowfall will continue through the rest of the night, with the
highest snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour expected near
sunrise. An additional 4 to 8 inches of snow accumulation is 
expected through Thursday morning. Total snow accumulations will 
range from 10 to 18 inches, with the higher end totals along a 
west to east axis from southwest Minnesota through east central 
Minnesota and into west central Wisconsin.

The worst conditions are expected through sunrise Thursday 
morning. A Blizzard Warning remains in effect for areas south of 
Interstate 94 and west of Interstate 35. Heavy snow will combine 
with northeast wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph, with the highest wind 
speeds over western and southern Minnesota. This will lead to 
significant blowing and drifting snow with occasional whiteout 
conditions in open areas. Some drifts may be several feet deep, 
making travel nearly impossible.

MNZ041-047>049-054>058-064-065-073-074-082-231500-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-
Kandiyohi-Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, 
Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, 
Olivia, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St James
1205 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 4
  to 6 inches. Storm total accumulations of 10 to 16 inches. Winds
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning commute. 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.

&&

$$

MNZ059-066>069-075>077-083>085-091>093-231500-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wright-McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Scott-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-
Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Monticello, Hutchinson, Gaylord, 
Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
1205 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 5
  to 8 inches. Storm total accumulations of 12 to 18 inches. Winds
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ051-060>063-070-078-WIZ023>028-231500-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Sherburne-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Dakota-Goodhue-
St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Elk River, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, 
Stillwater, Hastings, Red Wing, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, 
Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
1205 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 8 
  inches. Storm total accumulations of 12 to 18 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central and southeast 
  Minnesota and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ042>045-050-052-053-WIZ014>016-231500-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Benton-Isanti-Chisago-Polk-
Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, Princeton, 
Mora, Sauk Rapids, Cambridge, Center City, Osceola, Rice Lake, 
and Ladysmith
1205 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 8 
  inches. Storm total accumulations of 12 to 18 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central Minnesota and 
  northwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for 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.

&&

$$
610 
WWUS43 KMPX 231038
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
438 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...POTENT WINTER STORM CONTINUES THIS MORNING...

.Snowfall will continue through late this morning, with the 
highest snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour expected through  
sunrise. An additional 2 to 5 inches of snow accumulation is 
expected through late morning. Total snow accumulations will range
from 10 to 18 inches, with the higher end totals along a west to 
east axis from southwest Minnesota through east central Minnesota 
and into west central Wisconsin.

Through late this morning, a Blizzard Warning remains in effect 
for areas south of Interstate 94 and west of Interstate 35, with a
Winter Storm Warning north of Interstate 94 and east of 
Interstate 35. Fresh and falling snow will combine with northeast 
wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph, with the highest wind speeds over 
western and southern Minnesota. This will lead to significant 
blowing and drifting snow with occasional whiteout conditions in 
open areas. Some drifts may be several feet deep, making travel 
nearly impossible.

MNZ041-047>049-054>058-064-065-073-074-082-231800-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-
Kandiyohi-Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, 
Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, 
Olivia, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St James
438 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 2
  to 4 inches through late this morning. Winds gusting as high as
  40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ059-066>069-075>077-083>085-091>093-231800-
/O.CON.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wright-McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Scott-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-
Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Monticello, Hutchinson, Gaylord, 
Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
438 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 2
  to 4 inches through late this morning. Winds gusting as high as
  40 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ051-060>063-070-078-WIZ023>028-231800-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Sherburne-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Dakota-Goodhue-
St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Elk River, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, 
Stillwater, Hastings, Red Wing, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, 
Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
438 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 5
  inches through late this morning. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central and southeast 
  Minnesota and west central Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$

MNZ042>045-050-052-053-WIZ014>016-231800-
/O.CON.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Benton-Isanti-Chisago-Polk-
Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, Princeton, 
Mora, Sauk Rapids, Cambridge, Center City, Osceola, Rice Lake, 
and Ladysmith
438 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 5
  inches through late this morning. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central Minnesota and 
  northwest Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until noon CST today.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found
at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.

&&

$$
369 
WWUS43 KMPX 231757
WSWMPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
1157 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

MNZ041-047>049-054>058-064-065-073-074-082-231900-
/O.EXP.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-
Kandiyohi-Meeker-Yellow Medicine-Renville-Redwood-Brown-Watonwan-
Including the cities of Alexandria, Morris, Glenwood, St Cloud, 
Madison, Benson, Montevideo, Willmar, Litchfield, Granite Falls, 
Olivia, Redwood Falls, New Ulm, and St James
1157 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON CST TODAY...

Widespread blowing snow has ended across the area. However, light
snow and significant drifting may continue into late this 
afternoon. This would result in hazardous travel conditions, 
especially in rural areas.

$$

MNZ059-066>069-075>077-083>085-091>093-231900-
/O.EXP.KMPX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Wright-McLeod-Sibley-Carver-Scott-Nicollet-Le Sueur-Rice-
Blue Earth-Waseca-Steele-Martin-Faribault-Freeborn-
Including the cities of Monticello, Hutchinson, Gaylord, 
Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Shakopee, St Peter, Le Sueur, 
Faribault, Mankato, Waseca, Owatonna, Fairmont, Blue Earth, 
and Albert Lea
1157 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON CST TODAY...

Widespread blowing snow has ended across the area. However, light
snow and significant drifting may continue into late this 
afternoon. This would result in hazardous travel conditions, 
especially in rural areas.

$$

MNZ051-060>063-070-078-WIZ023>028-231900-
/O.EXP.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Sherburne-Hennepin-Anoka-Ramsey-Washington-Dakota-Goodhue-
St. Croix-Pierce-Dunn-Pepin-Chippewa-Eau Claire-
Including the cities of Elk River, Minneapolis, Blaine, St Paul, 
Stillwater, Hastings, Red Wing, Hudson, River Falls, Menomonie, 
Durand, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire
1157 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON CST TODAY...

Significant snow has ended across the area. However, light snow 
and drifting may continue into late this afternoon. This would 
result in hazardous travel conditions, especially in rural areas.

$$

MNZ042>045-050-052-053-WIZ014>016-231900-
/O.EXP.KMPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-230223T1800Z/
Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Benton-Isanti-Chisago-Polk-
Barron-Rusk-
Including the cities of Long Prairie, Little Falls, Princeton, 
Mora, Sauk Rapids, Cambridge, Center City, Osceola, Rice Lake, 
and Ladysmith
1157 AM CST Thu Feb 23 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON CST TODAY...

Significant snow has ended across the area. However, light snow 
and drifting may continue into late this afternoon. This would 
result in hazardous travel conditions, especially in rural areas.

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Twin Cities, MN issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 20, 8:55 PM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryMPXBenton, Chisago, Douglas, Faribault, Freeborn, Isanti and 5 more45 hr

Nearby

Blizzard Warnings in Minnesota, 2023Every blizzard warning in 2023

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.