Winter Storm Warning Issued for Morton, Grant, Sioux, and Emmons Counties

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · South-Central North Dakota

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this weather alerts alert about?
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.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects South-Central North Dakota. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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