Winter Storm Warning Issued for Northern Minnesota: Heavy Snow and High Winds Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Grand Forks, ND, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of northern Minnesota. This alert is in effect from 1:00 PM CDT Thursday, March 12, until 1:00 PM CDT Friday, March 13.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

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

Expected Conditions

Residents in the affected areas should prepare for significant winter weather hazards:

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 3 and 8 inches are expected.
• Wind Speeds: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 40 mph.
• Visibility: Patchy blowing snow and drifting snow are expected. In areas prone to blowing snow, visibility may be briefly reduced as snow is lofted.
• Commute Impacts: Hazardous conditions are likely to impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning begins at 1:00 PM CDT on Thursday, March 12, and is scheduled to expire at 1:00 PM CDT on Friday, March 13.

What You Should Do

The National Weather Service advises that travel could be very difficult. Residents should consider the following actions:

• Delay Travel: Consider delaying all travel until conditions improve.
• Travel Safety: If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution.
• Emergency Kit: Keep a winter storm kit in your vehicle. This should include booster cables, a flashlight, a shovel, blankets, extra clothing, food, water, and a first aid kit.
• Road Conditions: For the latest road conditions in your state, call 5 1 1.