Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 16 at 12:34AM CDT until March 16 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 10:34pm
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
...AREAS OF BLOWING SNOW CONTINUING OVERNIGHT...
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Faribault, Freeborn, and Martin Counties.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT this morning.
* 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 will impact the Monday morning
commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
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.
Prepare now for potential road closures. Delay travel and shelter in
place once conditions worsen. Remember, if interstate highways are
closed, state highways and county roads are also impassable.
Area Description:
Martin; Faribault; Freeborn
Forcast Office:
NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
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