Full Notification

...HEAVY SNOWFALL AND STRONG WINDS THIS EVENING INTO WEDNESDAY... .Our messy early-Spring weather system is ongoing across portions of the area this afternoon, with increasing winds as we transition to snow resulting in significant visibility reductions and hazardous travel. Rain will quickly change to snow from west central Minnesota to south central Minnesota this evening into tonight. Winds intensify from the north and become strong with gusts between 45 to 55 mph. The combination of these winds with falling snow will cause significant visibility reductions with a period of blizzard conditions expected. Blowing and drifting snow with whiteout conditions, particularly in open areas, will make travel dangerous at times tonight into a part of Wednesday morning. Even as the falling snow ends, blowing snow and visibility restrictions may persist. Conditions are expected to gradually improve later Wednesday as the snow ends and winds slowly decrease.

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Brown County.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 3 PM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* AFFECTED AREAS: BROWN

Instructions:

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511mn.org for road conditions.