Winter Storm Warning Issued for Morton, Grant, Sioux, and Emmons Counties
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for south-central North Dakota until 1 PM CDT today, with blowing snow and 35 mph wind gusts expected to create difficult travel conditions.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter Storm Warning for south-central North Dakota. The alert is currently in effect as hazardous winter weather conditions continue to impact the region.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the following geographic regions:
- Morton County
- Grant County
- Sioux County
- Emmons County
What You Should Do
Authorities advise that if you must travel, you should keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents can obtain the latest road conditions by calling 5 1 1 before departing.
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for the following hazards:
- Blowing Snow: Significant reductions in visibility are expected.
- Accumulation: Light additional snow accumulations are possible.
- Wind: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 35 mph.
- Travel Impacts: Travel is expected to be difficult due to the combination of wind and snow.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 1:00 PM CDT (noon MDT) this afternoon, Sunday, March 15.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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