Extreme Cold Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
607 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
NDZ001>005-009>013-021>023-025-035>037-046-180815-
/O.CON.KBIS.EC.W.0002.250118T1200Z-250121T1800Z/
Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward-
McHenry-Pierce-McLean-Sheridan-Wells-Foster-Burleigh-Kidder-
Stutsman-Emmons-
Including the cities of Rolla, Carrington, Crosby, Mohall,
Linton, Lignite, Underwood, New Town, Washburn, Turtle Lake,
Bowbells, Steele, Velva, St. John, Strasburg, Columbus, Parshall,
Garrison, Glenburn, Rolette, Rugby, Portal, Minot, Drake, Powers
Lake, Stanley, Sherwood, Dunseith, Towner, Goodrich, Mcclusky,
Jamestown, Williston, Fessenden, Wilton, Harvey, Bottineau,
Tappen, Bismarck, and Shell Valley
607 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM SATURDAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Life threatening wind chills as low as 55 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...All areas north and east of the Missouri River.
* WHEN...From 6 AM Saturday to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The life threatening wind chills could cause frostbite
on exposed skin in less than 10 minutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The coldest wind chills are expected Sunday
night through Monday morning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
607 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
NDZ047-048-050-051-180815-
/O.CAN.KBIS.WI.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-250118T0200Z/
/O.CON.KBIS.EC.W.0002.250118T1200Z-250121T1800Z/
Logan-La Moure-McIntosh-Dickey-
Including the cities of Gackle, Wishek, Oakes, Ashley, Napoleon,
Ellendale, Kulm, Edgeley, and Lamoure
607 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM SATURDAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 50 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...Dickey, LaMoure, Logan, and McIntosh Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM Saturday to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite
on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The coldest wind chills are expected Sunday
night through Monday morning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
600 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
WIZ001>004-006>009-181200-
/O.CON.KDLH.EC.W.0001.250119T0000Z-250121T1800Z/
Douglas-Bayfield-Ashland-Iron-Burnett-Washburn-Sawyer-Price-
Including the cities of Superior, Hayward, Phillips, Grantsburg,
Washburn, Bayfield, Hurley, Spooner, and Ashland
600 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...Price, Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Douglas, Iron, Sawyer,
and Washburn Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the
northwestern area of the Lac du Flambeau Band, the Red Cliff Band,
the St. Croix Band in Burnett County, the Lac Courte Oreilles
Reservation and the Bad River Reservation. Recreation spots such
as the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and Madeline Island.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is
exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
In extremely cold conditions, battery power drops. Gasoline and
diesel vehicles take more battery power to start, and electric
vehicle driving range is reduced. Your vehicle may struggle to start
in these conditions, especially if it is stored outdoors. For
electric vehicles, range may be drastically reduced in these extreme
conditions. Extra charging stops may be needed during trips.
&&
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For more information on Northland weather, visit www.weather.
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
600 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
MNZ020-021-181200-
/O.CON.KDLH.EC.W.0001.250119T0000Z-250121T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.WI.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250118T1200Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.CW.Y.0004.250118T0600Z-250119T0000Z/
Southern Lake-Southern Cook-
Including the cities of Grand Marais, Two Harbors, and Silver Bay
600 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST SATURDAY...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
6 PM CST SATURDAY...
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with
gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very
cold wind chills as low as 33 below zero expected. For the Extreme
Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 44 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...Southern Cook and Southern Lake Counties. This includes
the Tribal Lands of the Grand Portage Reservation.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 6 AM CST Saturday. For the
Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 6 PM CST Saturday.
For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 PM Saturday to noon CST
Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The
dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. Frostbite
and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these
temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could
cause ruptured water pipes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be perpendicular to Highway 61
increasing the threat for high profile vehicle rollovers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
In extremely cold conditions, battery power drops. Gasoline and
diesel vehicles take more battery power to start, and electric
vehicle driving range is reduced. Your vehicle may struggle to start
in these conditions, especially if it is stored outdoors. For
electric vehicles, range may be drastically reduced in these extreme
conditions. Extra charging stops may be needed during trips.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
600 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
MNZ010>012-018-019-025-026-033>037-181200-
/O.CON.KDLH.EC.W.0001.250119T0000Z-250121T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.CW.Y.0004.250118T0600Z-250119T0000Z/
Koochiching-North St. Louis-Northern Cook and Lake-North Itasca-
Central St. Louis-North Cass-South Itasca-South Cass-Crow Wing-
Northern Aitkin-South Aitkin-Carlton and South St. Louis-
Including the cities of Brainerd, Duluth, Grand Rapids,
International Falls, Hill City, Hibbing, Walker, Bigfork, Ely,
Aitkin, Pine River, and Isabella
600 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
6 PM CST SATURDAY...
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low
as 31 below zero expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning,
dangerously cold wind chills as low as 43 below zero expected.
* WHERE...Crow Wing, Northern Aitkin, South Aitkin, Koochiching,
North Cass, North Itasca, South Cass, South Itasca, Carlton and
South St. Louis, Central St. Louis, North St. Louis, and Northern
Cook and Lake Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Fond
du Lac Band, the Mille Lacs Band, Big Sandy Lake and, East Lake
areas and the Bois Forte Band, Nett Lake, Deer Creek and, Lake
Vermilion areas. Recreation spots such as Voyageurs National Park.
The entire Boundary Waters is also included.
* WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 6
PM CST Saturday. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 PM Saturday
to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is
exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
In extremely cold conditions, battery power drops. Gasoline and
diesel vehicles take more battery power to start, and electric
vehicle driving range is reduced. Your vehicle may struggle to start
in these conditions, especially if it is stored outdoors. For
electric vehicles, range may be drastically reduced in these extreme
conditions. Extra charging stops may be needed during trips.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
600 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
MNZ038-181200-
/O.CON.KDLH.EC.W.0001.250119T0000Z-250121T1800Z/
Pine-
Including the cities of Pine City and Hinckley
600 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...Pine County. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Mille
Lacs Band, Hinckley and, Lena Lake areas.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is
exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
In extremely cold conditions, battery power drops. Gasoline and
diesel vehicles take more battery power to start, and electric
vehicle driving range is reduced. Your vehicle may struggle to start
in these conditions, especially if it is stored outdoors. For
electric vehicles, range may be drastically reduced in these extreme
conditions. Extra charging stops may be needed during trips.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
554 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
MNZ004>006-008-009-013>017-022>024-027-028-032-NDZ006>008-014-015-
024-026-028-038-054-180800-
/O.CON.KFGF.EC.W.0001.250119T0000Z-250121T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.CW.Y.0007.250118T0300Z-250119T0000Z/
Kittson-Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-East Marshall-North Beltrami-
Pennington-Red Lake-East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-
Mahnomen-South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wadena-
Towner-Cavalier-Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eddy-Nelson-Griggs-Barnes-
Western Walsh-
Including the cities of Wadena, Hayes Lake State Park, Malung,
Rosby, Grygla, Cooperstown, Fort Totten, Fairdale, Rosewood,
Shoreham, Casperson, Staples Airport, Roy Lake, Dakota Junction,
Detroit Lakes, Valley City, Lancaster, Bowesmont, Park Rapids,
Gatzke, New Rockford, Lower Rice Lake, Waubun, Dresden, Cavalier,
Walhalla, Espelie, Bemidji, Pencer, Wolf Lake, Drayton,
Emmaville, Lavinia, Ponemah, Red Lake, Lakota, Lake Itasca,
Hallock, Lankin, Baudette, Roseau, Erskine, Menahga, Tolna,
Minnewaukan, Mcville, Devils Lake, Middle River, Aneta, McIntosh,
Vang, Naytahwaush, Karlstad, Backoo, Salol, Long Lost Lake,
Maddock, Akra, Red Lake Falls, Clearbrook, Maida, Fertile,
Newfolden, Mahnomen, Bagley, Considine, Nary, Fosston, Leeds,
Hubbard, Alida, Upper Rice Lake, Mount Carmel, Fox, Thief River
Falls, Leroy, Langdon, Adams, Cando, Ebro, and Redby
554 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 PM CST SATURDAY...
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low
as 40 below expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously
cold wind chills as low as 51 below expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northwest
Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota.
* WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 6
PM CST Saturday. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 PM Saturday
to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 50 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
554 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
MNZ030-031-040-NDZ049-052-180800-
/O.CON.KFGF.EC.W.0001.250119T0000Z-250121T1800Z/
West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Grant-Ransom-Sargent-
Including the cities of Forman, Hoffman, McLeod, Rutland, Lisbon,
Gwinner, New York Mills, Elbow Lake, Perham, Henning, Erdahl,
Ashby, Parkers Prairie, Fergus Falls, Milnor, Battle Lake,
Barrett, Enderlin, and Herman
554 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 44 below expected.
* WHERE...In Minnesota, East Otter Tail, Grant, and West Otter Tail
Counties. In North Dakota, Ransom and Sargent Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
&&
$$
VG
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
554 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
MNZ029-NDZ053-180800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-250118T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.EC.W.0001.250119T0000Z-250121T1800Z/
Wilkin-Richland-
Including the cities of Wahpeton, Breckenridge, and Lawndale
554 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 42 below expected.
* WHERE...In Minnesota, Wilkin County. In North Dakota, Richland
County.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
554 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
MNZ001>003-007-NDZ016-027-029-030-039-180800-
/O.EXP.KFGF.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-250118T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.EC.W.0001.250119T0000Z-250121T1800Z/
/O.CON.KFGF.CW.Y.0007.250118T0300Z-250119T0000Z/
West Polk-Norman-Clay-West Marshall-Eastern Walsh-Grand Forks-
Steele-Traill-Cass-
Including the cities of Syre, Hope, Mayville, Moorhead, Kelso,
Twin Valley, Stephen, Radium, Roseville, Nash, Park River,
Crookston, Halstad, Flaming, Fargo, Ada, Hadler, East Grand
Forks, Englund, Florian, Finley, Grafton, Portland, Warren,
Argyle, Grand Forks, Hatton, Oakwood, Faith, and Hillsboro
554 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 PM CST SATURDAY...
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low
as 37 below expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously
cold wind chills as low as 47 below expected.
* WHERE...In Minnesota, Norman, West Marshall, West Polk, and Clay
Counties. In North Dakota, Eastern Walsh, Grand Forks, Cass,
Steele, and Traill Counties.
* WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 6
PM CST Saturday. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 PM Saturday
to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
213 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
MNZ041-047-048-055-180615-
/O.NEW.KMPX.EC.W.0001.250120T0600Z-250121T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.CW.Y.0002.250119T0000Z-250120T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMPX.WI.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-250118T0100Z/
Douglas-Stevens-Pope-Swift-
Including the cities of Morris, Glenwood, Benson, and Alexandria
213 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO MIDNIGHT
CST SUNDAY NIGHT...
...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT SUNDAY NIGHT TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 30 to 35 mph with
gusts up to 50 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind
chills as low as 35 below expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning,
dangerously cold wind chills as low as 44 below expected.
* WHERE...Douglas, Pope, Stevens, and Swift Counties.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM CST this evening. For the
Cold Weather Advisory, from 6 PM Saturday to midnight CST Sunday
Night. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from midnight Sunday Night to
noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. The
dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. Very cold
temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
213 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
MNZ042-043-180615-
/O.NEW.KMPX.EC.W.0001.250120T0600Z-250121T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMPX.CW.Y.0002.250119T0000Z-250120T0600Z/
Todd-Morrison-
Including the cities of Little Falls and Long Prairie
213 PM CST Fri Jan 17 2025
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO MIDNIGHT
CST SUNDAY NIGHT...
...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT SUNDAY NIGHT TO NOON
CST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low
as 35 below expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously
cold wind chills as low as 42 below expected.
* WHERE...Morrison and Todd Counties.
* WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 6 PM Saturday to
midnight CST Sunday Night. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from
midnight Sunday Night to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged
exposure.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1212 PM MST Fri Jan 17 2025
MTZ007-043-181915-
/O.NEW.KMSO.EC.W.0001.250119T1200Z-250120T1800Z/
Butte/Blackfoot Region-Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
1212 PM MST Fri Jan 17 2025
...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM SUNDAY TO 11 AM MST
MONDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below
expected. The coldest period will be Sunday night into Monday
morning.
* WHERE...Butte/Blackfoot Region and Potomac/Seeley Lake Region.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Sunday to 11 AM MST Monday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel outside, use extra caution. Limit the time spent
outdoors and dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves.
&&
$$
