Blizzard Warning Issued for Kittson and Pembina Counties Through Friday Morning
The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for parts of Minnesota and North Dakota, forecasting 60 mph wind gusts and whiteout conditions through Friday morning.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Grand Forks, ND, has issued a Blizzard Warning for Kittson County, Minnesota, and Pembina County, North Dakota. The warning is in effect until 7:00 AM CDT on Friday, March 13, 2026.
Affected Areas
The following geographic regions are under the warning:
- Minnesota: Kittson County
- North Dakota: Pembina County
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for severe winter weather including:
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 1 and 6 inches.
- Wind Speeds: Wind gusts reaching as high as 60 mph.
- Visibility: Whiteout conditions are expected, which will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible.
- Commute Impacts: Hazardous conditions are expected to impact both the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes.
Timeline
The blizzard conditions are expected to begin at approximately 1:00 PM CDT on Thursday, March 12, and will continue through 7:00 AM CDT on Friday, March 13.
What You Should Do
- Restrict Travel: Travel should be limited to emergencies only.
- Winter Survival Kit: If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit in your vehicle.
- Stay with Vehicle: If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe.
- Road Conditions: For the latest road conditions in your state, call 5 1 1.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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