Welcome to the Snow Desk Report sponsored by Liechty Homes:
From the National Weather Service in Bismarck:
A strong storm system will move through the state Wednesday into Thursday, with accumulating snow, rain, and winds gusting to 65 mph expected with this system. Blowing snow and reduced visibility is a significant concern for much of the state, and snow squalls are possible in southwest North Dakota Wednesday night. Stay tuned for forecast updates and be prepared for winter weather and very strong winds!
Very strong winds are expected midweek, with westerly winds and mild temperatures on Tuesday. Our next weather system moves in on Wednesday, bringing not only the very strong wind gusts to 65 mph in the evening and into Thursday morning, but widespread chances for precipitation as well.
Stay safe and up to date on severe weather alerts, closings, delays, road conditions and more with the iHeartMedia Storm Desk sponsored by Liechty Homes!
FORECAST: https://www.weather.gov/bis/
(please send any closings & delays to, gingerg@iheartmedia.com or toddmitchell@iheartmedia.com)
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Road Condition Terminology
The following terms will be used to relate to winter road conditions, to maintain consistency, and keep the traveling public well informed. The NDDOT will utilize these terms to inform the public about road conditions that warrant increased awareness.
TRAVEL ALERT
Motorists can still travel but may encounter areas of challenging winter weather driving conditions on roadways. Motorists should allow extra time to reach their destination and be alert to conditions that may make travel difficult, change rapidly, or cause travel delays. A TRAVEL ALERT has the potential to change to a NO TRAVEL ADVISED if conditions deteriorate.
NO TRAVEL ADVISED
Motorists should not travel due to hazardous conditions which may make it unsafe to travel. Snow plows may be pulled from the roads during severe conditions. Motorists should take NO TRAVEL ADVISED seriously as those motorists who choose to travel at their own risk may become stranded and emergency responders may not be able to reach them safely. A NO TRAVEL ADVISED has the potential to change to a ROAD CLOSED OR BLOCKED if conditions deteriorate.
ROADS CLOSED OR BLOCKED
Motorists are not allowed to travel on a closed road due to life threatening conditions. The road may be impassible or blocked. Motorists who drive past a road closure device may be fined up to $250.
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