Blizzard Warning Issued for Pine, Douglas, Burnett, and Washburn Counties Through Monday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Duluth, MN, has issued a Blizzard Warning for portions of east-central Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. This alert indicates that blizzard conditions are expected, creating hazardous environments for residents and travelers.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

• Minnesota: Pine County, including the Mille Lacs Band, Hinckley, and Lena Lake areas.
• Wisconsin: Burnett, Douglas, and Washburn Counties, including the Tribal Lands of the St. Croix Band in Burnett County.

Expected Conditions

Significant winter weather is anticipated throughout the warning period:

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations are expected to range between 6 and 13 inches. However, higher amounts between 10 and 18 inches are forecast for southern Burnett and Washburn Counties.
• Wind: Winds are expected to gust as high as 40 mph, which will contribute to blizzard conditions and reduced visibility.
• Impacts: Travel could become very difficult to impossible due to the combination of heavy snow and strong winds.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning is effective from 1:00 AM CDT Sunday, March 15, until 4:00 AM CDT Monday, March 16.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Restrict Travel: Travel should be limited to emergencies only.
• Survival Kits: If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit in your vehicle.
• Stay with Your Vehicle: If you become stranded, remain with your vehicle to stay safe and visible to rescuers.
• Road Information: For the latest road conditions, call 511. Minnesota residents can visit www.511mn.org, and Wisconsin residents can visit www.511wi.gov.