/Issued 9:57 AM CST, Thursday, February 20, 2014/
Here’s what I’m expecting for snowfall totals by Friday – yes I increased the totals quite a bit from my previous two maps.
Winter weather alerts:
Pink=Winter Storm Warning
Red=Blizzard Warning
Purple=Winter Weather Advisory
Source: HAMweather.com
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Winter weather headlines — Updated!
Source: National Weather Service Duluth, Minnesota
*WINTER STORM WARNING*
A winter storm warning has been issued for parts of Northeast and Eastern Minnesota and for all of Northwest Wisconsin.
Timing:
Until 12 PM CST Friday.
Counties included in the warning:
Cook MN
Lake MN
St. Louis MN
Carlton MN
Pine MN
Cook MN
Lake MN
St. Louis MN
Carlton MN
Pine MN
Douglas WI
Bayfield WI
Ashland WI
Iron WI
Burnett WI
Washburn WI
Sawyer WI
Price WI
Some cities included in the warning:
Grand Portage
Grand Marais
Hovland
Lutsen
Isabella
Finland
Silver Bay
Two Harbors
Two Harbors
Crane Lake
Orr
Ely
Hibbing
Floodwood
Duluth
Cloquet
Wright
Moose Lake
Sandstone
Hinckley
Pine City
Superior
Solon Springs
Port Wing
Cornucopia
Bayfield
Washburn
Ashland
Butternut
Gile
Hurley
Upson
Siren
Spooner
Minong
Shell Lake
Trego
Winter
Hayward
Exeland
Park Falls
Ogema
Phillips
Discussion:
Snow will begin from south to north This Afternoon. Moderate to heavy snow bands will occur from late This Afternoon through early Friday Morning. Snowfall rates under the heaviest snow bands of 1-2″ per hour are possible.
Total snowfall accumulations:
10-15″ with up to 20″ of snow possible especially over the Arrowhead of Minnesota and over parts of Northwest Wisconsin.
Winds/Visibility:
Northwest winds will increase to 40 mph Tonight and Friday.
Impacts:
Snow covered roads will make driving extremely difficult. There will be considerable blowing and drifting snow and near whiteout conditions at times from late This Afternoon through Friday Morning. The snow will be the heavy wet variety. When clearing snow after the storm make sure you take breaks and drink plenty of water.
The heavy wet snow may bring down tree branches and cause power outages. Stock up on needed items for your household and non-perishable items.
**A winter storm warning for heavy snow means heavy snow accumulation is anticipated and that snowfall rates of one inch per hour or greater can be expected at times. Expect snow covered roads and very low visibility. If you must travel exercise extreme caution and allow extra time to reach your destination**
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*WINTER STORM WARNING*
A winter storm warning has been issued for parts of Northern and East Central Minnesota.
Timing:
Until 12 PM CST Friday.
Counties included in the warning:
Koochiching MN
Itasca MN
Aitkin MN
Some cities included in the warning:
International Falls
Littlefork
Northome
Togo
Bigfork
Grand Rapids
Hill City
Aitkin
McGregor
Discussion:
Snow will continue to develop through the Afternoon hours with snow continuing through early Friday Morning.
Total snowfall accumulations:
A range from 4-10″ of snow is expected by Friday with the greatest amounts across the Eastern portion of the three Counties.
Winds/Visibility:
Increasing winds Thursday Night will cause blowing and drifting snow.
Impacts:
Snow covered roads will make driving extremely difficult. There will be considerable blowing and drifting snow and near whiteout conditions at times from late This Afternoon through Friday Morning. The snow will be the heavy wet variety. When clearing snow after the storm make sure you take breaks and drink plenty of water.
The heavy wet snow may bring down tree branches and cause power outages. Stock up on needed items for your household and non-perishable items.
**A winter storm warning for heavy snow means heavy snow accumulation is anticipated and that snowfall rates of one inch per hour or greater can be expected at times. Expect snow covered roads and very low visibility. If you must travel exercise extreme caution and allow extra time to reach your destination**
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*WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY*
A winter weather advisory has been issued for parts of East Central Minnesota.
Timing:
Until 12 PM CST Friday.
Counties included in the advisory:
Cass MN
Crow Wing MN
Some cities included in the advisory:
Cass Lake
Walker
Remer
Leader
Pine River
Brainerd
Emily
Discussion:
Snow will continue to develop through This Afternoon. Snow continues Tonight before ending early Friday Morning.
Total snowfall accumulations:
3-5″ of snow is expected.
Winds/Visibility:
Strong northwest winds developing Tonight with gusts over 25 mph. Blowing snow and reduced visibilities from the strong winds.
Impacts:
Roads will become snow covered from the falling snow and blowing and drifting.
**A winter weather advisory for snow and blowing snow means that visibility will be limited due to a combination of falling and blowing snow. Use caution when traveling especially in open areas that are more exposed to the wind. Roads may be slick and hazardous so allow extra time to reach your destination**
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Tim
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