Here's the simulated radar from AM Monday to midday Tuesday, which shows light snow lingering across the region with minor snow accumulations possible. See more from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety HERE: Somewhat Snowy Monday A copy of the Wind Chill Chart is available on our web site. Wind Chill: The cooling effect upon exposed skin, produced by the combination of temperature and wind. It is issued for one hour or less for a small area, and is relayed as a Wireless Emergency Alert.Īdvisories: These are issued for conditions which warrant increased public awareness and moderately hamper travel, but where the weather is not severe enough to merit a warning. Snow Squall Warning: An exceptionally rare warning that most typically applies to lake effect snow squalls, where visibility drops to near-zero. If a warning is issued for your area you should take immediate action to ensure the appropriate safety precautions have been taken.īlizzard Warning: Visibilities are reduced to less than 1/4 mile for several hours due to falling and/or blowing snow, making travel virtually impossible. Most warnings are issued for heavy snow and wind, but may also be issued for ice and sleet storms. Winter Storm Warning: Severe winter weather conditions are occurring or are imminent. If a watch is issued for your area, you should pay special attention to future forecasts and statements, and begin to make safety preparations. Winter Storm Watch: Severe weather conditions, including heavy snow, blowing snow, freezing rain and/or sleet, may soon affect your area. On the NWS Twin Cities web site, you can click anywhere on the front page map or enter a zip code in the upper left corner to get a forecast specific to a single location. A map that shows the winter weather watches and warnings in effect can be found on the front page of the National Weather Service Twin Cities web site. The latest forecasts for snowfall amounts, ice accumulations, and wind chills can be found on our Winter Weather page. The National Weather Service provides a variety of different forecast products and watches/warnings. The winter safety information will be separated into the 5 topics this week. Winter safety information will be presented each day during the week of November 14th. Unfortunately, many people each year suffer needlessly because they are unaware of the potential dangers of the winter season. Each year, the National Weather Service, the Minnesota Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and Wisconsin Emergency Management promote winter safety and preparedness for all citizens wherever they are: in their homes, on the road, at work and at play. November 14th through the 18th is Winter Hazard Awareness Week in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Winter Hazard Awareness Week in Minnesota and Wisconsin (November 14th - 18th)
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