Winter Storm Warning Issued for Northern Cook and Lake Counties Through Thursday

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Duluth has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of northeast Minnesota. The alert remains in effect as heavy snow and high winds continue to impact the region.

Affected Areas

The warning covers Northern Cook and Northern Lake counties. This geographic area includes the eastern and central sections of the Boundary Waters.

Expected Conditions

Forecasters expect heavy snow throughout the warning period. Additional snow accumulations are projected to be between 1 and 3 inches for most areas, though the higher terrain of the North Shore could see significantly higher totals between 3 and 8 inches. Wind gusts are expected to reach as high as 50 mph. These conditions may cause visibilities to drop below one-quarter mile due to the combination of falling and blowing snow.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to remain in place until 12:00 PM CST on Thursday, February 19.

What You Should Do

If you must travel, the National Weather Service recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in Minnesota, residents can call 511 or visit www.511mn.org.