Full Notification

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches with local amounts up to 13 inches in Douglas County. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Carlton and South St. Louis County. In Wisconsin, Douglas County. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Fond du Lac Band.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 6 PM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest snow totals are expected along and east of the Interstate 35 corridor in Minnesota and across Douglas County.

* AFFECTED AREAS: CARLTON/SOUTH ST. LOUIS ... DOUGLAS

Instructions:

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Road conditions can also be found at 511mn.org for Minnesota or 511wi.gov for Wisconsin.