Summary:
A storm system will lift across the Plains Tuesday and strengthen over the Upper Midwest Tuesday night with heavy snow and blowing snow expected across the northern Plains into Minnesota through Wednesday. A more significant multi-hazard winter storm is expected to develop over the Four Corners Tuesday night and shift toward the Great Lakes by Wednesday and Thursday. Impacted Lanes: I-5, I-84, I-80, I-15, I-90, I-94, I-70, I-40, I-35, I-380, I-29
Montana
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 11 PM MST this evening
- Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches across lower elevations, up to 7 inches at pass level, and 7 to 14 inches over the higher mountain peaks. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 11 PM MST this evening
- Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches, with up to 10 inches in northerly upslope favored locations. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Texas
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 9 PM MDT this evening
- West winds 35 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
- Impacts: Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Travel could be difficult, especially for the high profile vehicles.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 5 AM MST Wednesday morning
- Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
- Impacts: Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Minnesota
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 9 AM CST Wednesday morning
- Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Blizzard Warning remains in effect until 10 AM CST Wednesday morning
- Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Additional Winter Weather Advisories include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota and Nebraska
Additional Blizzard Warnings include but are not limited to: North Dakota and South Dakota
Additional High Wind Warnings include but are not limited to: California, Utah, Arizona, Wyoming, Nebraska, Colorado, New Mexico, Missouri, Illinois and Kentucky
Additional Wind Advisories include but are not limited to: California, Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, North Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio
Additional Winter Storm Warnings include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, California, Utah, Arizona, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico and Kansas
