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Rock County Sheriff's Office MN
Sunday March 24th, 2024 :: 03:47 a.m. CDT

Advisory

Winter Storm Warning until 07:00AM Tuesday

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches and ice accumulations in excess of a quarter inch in some areas. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph Monday night.

* WHERE...Murray and Pipestone Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 AM CDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Some areas may see temperatures reach near or just above freezing tonight into Monday, allowing for some melting of any snow or ice accumulated up to that point. Significant ice accumulations are most likely in higher elevations, especially on elevated surfaces.

* AFFECTED AREAS: MURRAY ... PIPESTONE

Instructions:

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Address/Location
Rock County Sheriff's Office MN
1000 N Blue Mound Ave
Luverne, MN 56156

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 507-283-5000

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Winter Storm Warning

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