Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 17 at 2:16PM CST until December 18 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Alert Description
...GUSTY WINDS, BLOWNG SNOW, AND ICY FLASH FREEZE CONDITIONS TOMORROW... .Light snow, gusty northwest winds of 40 to 50 mph, & plummeting temperatures develop tomorrow behind an Arctic front. While snow accumulations will likely only be an inch or less, low visibility is expected as the gusty winds blow around the falling snow. Localized & brief bursts of heavier snow & whiteout conditions are also possible with sporadic snow squalls during the afternoon. Temperatures plummet behind the front into the single digits & below zero through the afternoon & evening. This may lead to flash freeze conditions, where any snow & residual moisture quickly freezes onto untreated roads & surfaces. these icy flash freeze conditions will be most impactful during the evening commute. * WHAT...A combination of winds gusting 40 to 50 mph, low visibility in falling snow, and flash freeze conditions leading to icy roads and surfaces. * WHERE...Stearns, Todd, Douglas, Pope, and Stevens Counties. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 6 PM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Safety Instructions
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511mn.org for road conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.