Winter Storm Warning Issued for Northern Minnesota Counties Through Friday Afternoon

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Grand Forks, ND, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of northern Minnesota. The alert is currently in effect and will remain active until 1:00 PM CDT on Friday, March 13.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in Minnesota:

• Lake Of The Woods County
• North Beltrami County
• South Beltrami County
• North Clearwater County

What You Should Do

Authorities recommend that persons in the affected areas consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Travelers should carry a winter storm kit including:

• Tire chains and booster cables
• Shovel, blankets, and extra clothing
• Water and a first aid kit

For the latest road conditions in the state you are calling from, dial 5 1 1.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow and patchy blowing snow are expected to create hazardous environments. Specific conditions include:

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches.
• Wind Speeds: Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
• Visibility: Blowing snow will lead to areas of quick and sudden reductions to visibility, making travel difficult, especially in rural areas prone to drifting.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 1:00 PM CDT Friday. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact both the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes.