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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Sioux Falls, SD

March 14, 2025Brookings County, Moody County, South Dakota; 5 counties in Minnesota

NWS Sioux Falls, SD issued this blizzard warning at Mar 14, 2025, 1:55 PM CDT for Brookings County, Moody County, South Dakota; 5 counties in Minnesota. It took effect at Mar 15, 2025, 4:00 AM CDT. It was in force for 9 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 14, 2025, 1:55 PM CDT (18:55 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 15, 2025, 4:00 AM CDT
Expired
Mar 15, 2025, 1:11 PM CDT
In force
9 hr
Issued by
NWS Sioux Falls, SD

Counties Cottonwood County, MN, Lincoln County, MN, Lyon County, MN, Murray County, MN, Pipestone County, MN, Brookings County, SD, Moody County, SD

The radar

The Sioux Falls radar (KFSD), 83 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 18:57 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Aberdeen, SD (KABR), launched 12:00Z, 6.9 hours before the alert went out and 198 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Aberdeen, SD at 12:00Z on 2025-03-14Temperature 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, Aberdeen, SD at 12:00Z on 2025-03-14The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 89 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 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
2290 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
24 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
89 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
76 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

216 
WWUS43 KFSD 141855
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
155 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

SDZ038-053-059-142000-
/O.CAN.KFSD.WS.A.0002.250315T0600Z-250316T0000Z/
Beadle-Sanborn-Davison-
Including the cities of Mitchell, Woonsocket, and Huron
155 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH IS CANCELLED...

While strong winds are still expected, snowfall amounts should 
remain below an inch. This will limit the amount of time that the 
visibility is reduced.

$$

SDZ040-056-150300-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0002.250315T0600Z-250316T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.250315T0900Z-250315T2100Z/
Brookings-Moody-
Including the cities of Flandreau and Brookings
155 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 4 PM CDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 2 and 4 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. 
  Winds gusting as high as 50 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Brookings and Moody Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 4 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

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.

&&

$$

MNZ071-072-080-097-150300-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0002.250315T0900Z-250316T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.250315T0900Z-250315T2100Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Pipestone-
Including the cities of Ivanhoe, Marshall, Pipestone, Hendricks,
Tyler, Slayton, Lake Benton, and Fulda
155 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 4 PM CDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 
  to 5 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, and Pipestone Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 4 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

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.

&&

$$

SDZ039-054-055-060>062-065>067-150300-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0002.250315T0600Z-250316T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.250315T0900Z-250315T1500Z/
Kingsbury-Miner-Lake-Hanson-McCook-Minnehaha-Hutchinson-Turner-
Lincoln-
Including the cities of Parker, Viborg, Madison, De Smet, Lake
Preston, Alexandria, Emery, Menno, Lennox, Centerville, Montrose,
Canistota, Chancellor, Orland, Parkston, Salem, Arlington, Tea,
Freeman, Harrisburg, Bridgewater, Irene, Tripp, Marion, Clayton,
Canton, Howard, Hurley, and Sioux Falls
155 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 AM CDT 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations one to three 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 AM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause 
  tree damage.

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.

&&

$$

IAZ001-MNZ089-098-150300-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0002.250315T0900Z-250316T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.250315T1200Z-250315T2100Z/
Lyon-Nobles-Rock-
Including the cities of Rock Rapids, George, Worthington,
Larchwood, Inwood, and Luverne
155 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM CDT 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of one to two 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Lyon County. In Minnesota, Nobles and Rock 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. 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.

&&

$$

NEZ013-SDZ068>071-150300-
/O.NEW.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.250315T0900Z-250315T1500Z/
Dixon-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of North Sioux City, Scotland, Yankton,
Beresford, Vermillion, Wakefield, Tyndall, Avon, Jefferson,
Alcester, Springfield, Elk Point, Tabor, Allen, and Ponca
155 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 AM CDT 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations one to two inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...In Nebraska, Dixon County. In South Dakota, Bon Homme, 
  Clay, Union, and Yankton Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 AM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause 
  tree damage.

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.

&&

$$

IAZ012-MNZ081-150300-
/O.NEW.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.250315T1200Z-250315T2100Z/
Sioux-Cottonwood-
Including the cities of Orange City, Sioux Center, Windom, Rock
Valley, Mountain Lake, Hull, and Hawarden
155 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM CDT 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations one to two inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Sioux County. In Minnesota, Cottonwood County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause 
  tree damage.

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.

&&

$$

Weisser
4 follow-up statements
056 
WWUS43 KFSD 150345
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
1045 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

MNZ071-072-080-097-SDZ040-056-151145-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.250315T0900Z-250315T2100Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Pipestone-Brookings-Moody-
Including the cities of Ivanhoe, Slayton, Brookings, Lake Benton,
Tyler, Marshall, Fulda, Flandreau, Hendricks, and Pipestone
1045 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 4 PM CDT 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow and sleet 
  accumulations between 2 and 4 inches and ice accumulations around 
  a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 50 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Minnesota and east central South 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 4 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NEZ013-SDZ039-054-055-060>062-065>071-151145-
/O.CON.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.250315T0900Z-250315T1500Z/
Dixon-Kingsbury-Miner-Lake-Hanson-McCook-Minnehaha-Hutchinson-
Turner-Lincoln-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of Ponca, Tyndall, Madison, Allen,
Alexandria, Lennox, Parker, Irene, Harrisburg, Alcester,
Bridgewater, Sioux Falls, Yankton, Marion, Beresford, Elk Point,
Menno, Parkston, Canton, Arlington, Viborg, Springfield, Howard,
Orland, De Smet, Centerville, North Sioux City, Emery,
Chancellor, Hurley, Clayton, Jefferson, Freeman, Canistota, Tea,
Salem, Vermillion, Tripp, Wakefield, Avon, Montrose, Lake
Preston, Tabor, and Scotland
1045 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 AM CDT 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of one to three 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Nebraska and east central and 
  southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 AM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. 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.

&&

$$

IAZ001-012-MNZ081-089-098-151145-
/O.CON.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.250315T1200Z-250315T2100Z/
Lyon-Sioux-Cottonwood-Nobles-Rock-
Including the cities of Mountain Lake, Rock Valley, Orange City,
Worthington, Hull, Hawarden, Inwood, Rock Rapids, Sioux Center,
George, Luverne, Windom, and Larchwood
1045 PM CDT Fri Mar 14 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM CDT 
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations one to three 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Lyon and Sioux Counties. In Minnesota, 
  Cottonwood, Nobles, and Rock Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. 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.

&&

$$

JM
808 
WWUS43 KFSD 150817
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
317 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

MNZ081-151845-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.250315T1200Z-250315T2100Z/
/O.EXA.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.250315T0900Z-250315T2100Z/
Cottonwood-
Including the cities of Windom and Mountain Lake
317 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 
  to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Cottonwood County.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM CDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MNZ071-072-080-097-SDZ040-056-151845-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.250315T0900Z-250315T2100Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Pipestone-Brookings-Moody-
Including the cities of Tyler, Brookings, Ivanhoe, Slayton,
Pipestone, Flandreau, Hendricks, Marshall, Fulda, and Lake Benton
317 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow and sleet 
  accumulations between 2 and 4 inches and ice accumulations around 
  a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 50 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Minnesota and east central South 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM CDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ002-MNZ090-151845-
/O.EXA.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.250315T1200Z-250315T2100Z/
Osceola-Jackson-
Including the cities of Jackson, Sibley, and Lakefield
317 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM 
CDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Osceola County. In Minnesota, Jackson County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 4 PM CDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. 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.

&&

$$

NEZ013-SDZ039-054-055-060>062-065>071-151500-
/O.CON.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.250315T0900Z-250315T1500Z/
Dixon-Kingsbury-Miner-Lake-Hanson-McCook-Minnehaha-Hutchinson-
Turner-Lincoln-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of Canistota, Clayton, Chancellor, Irene,
Elk Point, Howard, Bridgewater, Canton, Tripp, Freeman,
Wakefield, Salem, Scotland, Ponca, Harrisburg, Alcester,
Beresford, Sioux Falls, Alexandria, Menno, Marion, Viborg,
Lennox, Parkston, Parker, Allen, Yankton, Emery, Tea, Tabor,
Avon, Springfield, Vermillion, Jefferson, Centerville, Madison,
Hurley, Tyndall, North Sioux City, Lake Preston, Montrose,
Orland, De Smet, and Arlington
317 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT THIS 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet 
  accumulations up 2 inches and ice accumulations around a light 
  glaze. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Nebraska and east central and 
  southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM CDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. 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.

&&

$$

IAZ001-012-MNZ089-098-151845-
/O.CON.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.250315T1200Z-250315T2100Z/
Lyon-Sioux-Nobles-Rock-
Including the cities of Hawarden, Rock Rapids, Luverne, Hull,
Sioux Center, Worthington, Rock Valley, Inwood, Orange City,
George, and Larchwood
317 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING 
TO 4 PM CDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Lyon and Sioux Counties. In Minnesota, Nobles and 
  Rock Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 4 PM CDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. 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.

&&

$$

SG
701 
WWUS43 KFSD 151334
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
834 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

SDZ040-056-151445-
/O.CAN.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250315T2100Z/
Brookings-Moody-
Including the cities of Brookings and Flandreau
834 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Snow and sleet are coming to an end. Very strong northwest winds 
will continue through much of the day.

$$

NEZ013-SDZ039-054-055-060>062-065>071-151445-
/O.CAN.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-250315T1500Z/
Dixon-Kingsbury-Miner-Lake-Hanson-McCook-Minnehaha-Hutchinson-
Turner-Lincoln-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of Menno, Tea, Tripp, Beresford, Howard, Elk
Point, Ponca, Yankton, Wakefield, Marion, Tabor, Scotland,
Canistota, Sioux Falls, Canton, North Sioux City, Montrose,
Allen, Freeman, Centerville, Parker, De Smet, Alexandria,
Arlington, Lennox, Irene, Springfield, Harrisburg, Avon, Lake
Preston, Vermillion, Jefferson, Orland, Chancellor, Madison,
Emery, Alcester, Clayton, Hurley, Salem, Bridgewater, Tyndall,
Parkston, and Viborg
834 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow and sleet are coming to an end. Very strong northwest winds 
will continue through much of the day.

$$

MNZ071-072-080-081-097-152100-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250315T2100Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Pipestone-
Including the cities of Marshall, Pipestone, Slayton, Hendricks,
Ivanhoe, Fulda, Tyler, Windom, Lake Benton, and Mountain Lake
834 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 
  1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Cottonwood, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, and Pipestone Counties.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM CDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

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.

&&

$$

IAZ001-002-012-MNZ089-090-098-152100-
/O.CON.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-250315T2100Z/
Lyon-Osceola-Sioux-Nobles-Jackson-Rock-
Including the cities of Hull, Orange City, Larchwood, Lakefield,
Hawarden, Sioux Center, Rock Valley, Worthington, Rock Rapids,
Inwood, Luverne, George, Jackson, and Sibley
834 AM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations around one inch. Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Iowa and southwest Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM CDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. 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.

&&

$$

Weisser
174 
WWUS43 KFSD 151811
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

MNZ071-072-080-081-097-151915-
/O.CAN.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250315T2100Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Pipestone-
Including the cities of Marshall, Pipestone, Slayton, Hendricks,
Ivanhoe, Fulda, Tyler, Windom, Lake Benton, and Mountain Lake
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Icy road conditions and patchy blowing will continue into the 
afternoon, but any blizzard conditions have diminished.

$$

IAZ001-002-012-MNZ089-090-098-151915-
/O.CAN.KFSD.WW.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-250315T2100Z/
Lyon-Osceola-Sioux-Nobles-Jackson-Rock-
Including the cities of Hull, Orange City, Larchwood, Lakefield,
Hawarden, Sioux Center, Rock Valley, Worthington, Rock Rapids,
Inwood, Luverne, George, Jackson, and Sibley
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 15 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

While some patchy icy spots will linger into the afternoon, the snow 
and blowing snow has come to an end.

$$

Weisser

The office that day

Everything else NWS Sioux Falls, SD issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 14, 3:21 AM CDTHigh Wind WarningFSDAurora, Beadle, Bon Homme, Brookings, Brule, Charles Mix and 13 more35 hr
Mar 14, 1:46 PM CDTWind AdvisoryFSDAurora, Beadle, Bon Homme, Brule, Charles Mix, Clay and 16 more25 hr
Mar 14, 1:55 PM CDTWinter Weather AdvisoryFSDBon Homme, Clay, Hanson, Hutchinson, Kingsbury, Lake and 7 more23 hr

Nearby

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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; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.