Blizzard Warning Issued for Minnesota's North Shore: Up to 18 Inches of Snow and 60 MPH Gusts Expected

Alert Details

A Blizzard Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Duluth, MN. The warning is effective from 9:00 PM CST Tuesday, February 17, until 12:00 PM CST Thursday, February 19.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the North Shore region of Minnesota, specifically Southern Cook and Southern Lake Counties. This geographic area includes the Tribal Lands of the Grand Portage Reservation.

What You Should Do

Authorities advise against travel unless it is an absolute emergency. If you must travel, especially along Highway 61 on the North Shore, you are urged to carry a winter survival kit. In the event that you become stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road information in Minnesota, call 511 or visit www.511mn.org.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow totals are expected to range between 10 and 18 inches.
• Wind Speeds: Easterly winds are forecast to gust as high as 60 mph.
• Hazards: Whiteout conditions are expected, which will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. The weight of the snow combined with strong winds may down tree limbs and power lines, resulting in sporadic power outages.
• Additional Details: Terrain enhancement is expected to increase snowfall totals and rates. The heaviest snowfall rates are predicted to occur Tuesday night and Wednesday morning.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning begins at 9:00 PM CST on Tuesday, February 17. The hazardous conditions are expected to continue until the warning expires at 12:00 PM CST on Thursday, February 19.