Winter Storm Warning Issued for Otter Tail, Wadena, and Grant Counties
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday evening, with heavy snow and blowing snow expected to create difficult travel conditions across West Central Minnesota.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Grand Forks has issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties in Minnesota. The warning is in response to expected heavy snow and blowing snow conditions that will impact the region over the weekend.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions:
- West Otter Tail County
- East Otter Tail County
- Wadena County
- Grant County
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to take the following precautions:
- If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
- Monitor the latest road conditions by calling 5 1 1.
- Prepare for sudden reductions in visibility, especially in rural areas prone to blowing snow.
Expected Conditions
- Snowfall: Total snow accumulations are expected to be between 4 and 6 inches, with localized totals reaching up to one foot.
- Wind: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 35 mph.
- Visibility: Blowing snow will lead to quick and sudden reductions to visibility, making travel difficult.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 7:00 PM Saturday, March 14, until 7:00 PM CDT Sunday, March 15. The initial alert was issued by NWS Grand Forks ND on March 13 at 11:30 AM CDT.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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