Special Weather Statement 12/22/2024 12:07 for Minnesota, Wisconsin areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued December 22 at 2:07PM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 22, 2024 - 12:07pm
Expires: 
December 22, 2024 - 8:00pm
Description: 
A light wintry mix is forecast to develop across western Minnesota near midnight tonight and gradually spread east into west-central Wisconsin by Monday morning. Freezing drizzle accumulations of a few hundredths of an inch are possible across Minnesota. Over Wisconsin, snow is more likely with up to an inch of accumulation possible through Monday morning. This precipitation could make the Monday morning commute slick and hazardous. Weather and road conditions may change over a short distance within the alerted area. Because of this, it will be important to travel with caution. Maintain a safe distance to any vehicles ahead, drive at reduced speeds, and use headlights.
Area Description: 
Douglas; Todd; Morrison; Mille Lacs; Kanabec; Stevens; Pope; Stearns; Benton; Sherburne; Isanti; Chisago; Wright; Hennepin; Anoka; Ramsey; Washington; Carver; Scott; Dakota; Goodhue; Polk; Barron; Rusk; St. Croix; Pierce; Dunn; Pepin; Chippewa; Eau Claire
Forcast Office: 
NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN