Winter Storm Warning Issued for Southwest North Dakota: Heavy Snow and Blowing Snow Expected
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for southwest North Dakota from Saturday morning through Sunday morning, with up to 8 inches of snow and 35 mph wind gusts possible.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Bismarck has issued a Winter Storm Warning for southwest North Dakota. This alert indicates that severe winter weather conditions are occurring or imminent, posing a significant threat to travel and safety.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions in southwest North Dakota:
- Golden Valley
- Billings
- Stark
- Slope
- Hettinger
- Bowman
- Adams
What You Should Do
Travel could be very difficult during this period. If you must travel, the National Weather Service advises keeping a flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents can obtain the latest road conditions by calling 511.
Expected Conditions
Heavy snow and blowing snow are the primary hazards associated with this storm system.
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches are possible.
- Wind Speeds: Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.
- Visibility: Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility, creating hazardous driving conditions.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 6:00 AM Saturday, March 14, until 6:00 AM MDT Sunday, March 15. The alert was officially issued on March 13 at 1:39 PM CDT.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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