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Blizzard Warning (WARNING) — expires March 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM GMT+4

Areas affected: Wabasha; Dodge; Olmsted; Winona; Mower; Fillmore; Houston; Taylor; Clark; Buffalo; Trempealeau; Jackson

Blizzard Warning issued March 16 at 2:52AM CDT until March 16 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI

…HEAVY SNOW AND BLIZZARD CONDITIONS INTO THIS MORNING…

.Light to heavy snow is ongoing across west central and southwest Wisconsin and eastern portions of southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa. With winds gusting to 35 to 50 mph, visibility reductions to as low as 1/4 of a mile are occurring. These blizzard and near blizzard conditions will continue to lead to treacherous travel through the early morning hours.

WHAT…Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
WHERE…Portions of southeast Minnesota and central, north central, and west central Wisconsin.
WHEN…Until 7 AM CDT this morning.
IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous cond…

What to do: Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin, visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

Source: NWS La Crosse WI

Blizzard Warning (WARNING) — expires March 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM GMT+4

Areas affected: Lincoln; Lyon; Murray; Cottonwood; Nobles; Jackson; Pipestone

Blizzard Warning issued March 16 at 12:52AM CDT until March 16 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD

WHAT…Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
WHERE…A portion of southwest Minnesota.
WHEN…Until 7 AM CDT this morning.
IMPACTS…Ground blizzards create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

What to do: Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Source: NWS Sioux Falls SD

Blizzard Warning (WARNING) — expires March 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM GMT+4

Areas affected: Le Sueur; Rice; Steele

Blizzard Warning issued March 16 at 12:34AM CDT until March 16 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

…AREAS OF BLOWING SNOW CONTINUING OVERNIGHT…

WHAT…Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
WHERE…Le Sueur, Rice, and Steele Counties.
WHEN…Until 4 AM CDT early this morning.
IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

Source: NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Blizzard Warning (WARNING) — expires March 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM GMT+4

Areas affected: Martin; Faribault; Freeborn

Blizzard Warning issued March 16 at 12:34AM CDT until March 16 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

…AREAS OF BLOWING SNOW CONTINUING OVERNIGHT…

WHAT…Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
WHERE…Faribault, Freeborn, and Martin Counties.
WHEN…Until 7 AM CDT this morning.
IMPACTS…Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

What to do: Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511mn.org for road conditions. Prepare now for potential road closures. Delay travel and shelter in place once conditions worsen. Remember, if interstate highways are closed, state highways and county roads are also impassable.

Source: NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Blizzard Warning (WARNING) — expires March 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM GMT+4

Areas affected: Lac Qui Parle; Yellow Medicine; Redwood; Brown; Nicollet; Watonwan; Blue Earth; Waseca

Blizzard Warning issued March 16 at 12:34AM CDT until March 16 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

…AREAS OF BLOWING SNOW CONTINUING OVERNIGHT…

WHAT…Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
WHERE…Blue Earth, Brown, Nicollet, Waseca, Watonwan, Redwood, Lac Qui Parle, and Yellow Medicine Counties.
WHEN…Until 4 AM CDT early this morning.
IMPACTS…Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

Source: NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

High Wind

High Wind Warning (WARNING) — expires March 16, 2026 at 11:00 PM GMT+4

Areas affected: Southern Cook/North Shore

High Wind Warning issued March 16 at 2:45AM CDT until March 16 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

WHAT…North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
WHERE…Southern Cook County. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Grand Portage Reservation.
WHEN…Until 2 PM CDT this afternoon.
IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

What to do: Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.

Source: NWS Duluth MN

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