Blizzard Warning Issued for Carlton and South St. Louis Counties Through Friday Afternoon
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for parts of northeastern Minnesota, forecasting whiteout conditions and up to 10 inches of snow near Lake Superior.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Northeastern Minnesota
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Duluth MN
Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northeastern Minnesota.
Alert Details
A Blizzard Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Duluth, MN. The warning is in effect as severe winter weather conditions are expected to create hazardous environments across the region.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts Carlton and South St. Louis Counties in Minnesota. This area includes the Tribal Lands of the Fond du Lac Band.
Expected Conditions
Meteorologists expect the following conditions during the alert period:
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations are forecast between 3 and 6 inches, with higher amounts between 6 and 10 inches expected in areas closer to Lake Superior.
- Wind Speeds: Wind gusts are expected to reach as high as 40 mph.
- Visibility: Falling and blowing snow will cause visibilities to drop below 1/4 mile.
- Impacts: Whiteout conditions are expected, making travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. The combination of strong winds and the weight of snow on tree limbs may result in downed power lines and sporadic power outages.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is effective starting at 1:00 PM CDT on Thursday, March 12, and is scheduled to expire at 1:00 PM CDT on Friday, March 13. The hazardous conditions are expected to significantly impact both the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes.
What You Should Do
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you in your vehicle. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle. Residents are encouraged to call 511 or visit www.511mn.org for updated Minnesota road information.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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