Snow Storm Hits North Dakota

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A winter storm is bringing heavy snow to parts of North Dakota, with blizzard conditions expected in the Aberdeen area today. The storm is expected to produce an additional 2-4 inches of snow through tonight, causing travel headaches across the region. After the snow event, colder weather is on the way, with highs in the teens and lows below zero expected this weekend.

Why it matters

The winter storm is disrupting travel and daily life for residents across North Dakota, with the potential for dangerous blizzard conditions in some areas. The colder weather that follows could also pose risks, especially for vulnerable populations.

The details

The storm is producing a steady band of heavy snow from Jamestown to Aberdeen, with blizzard conditions reported in the Aberdeen area. As of 10am, the Fargo-Moorhead area had received around 2 inches of snow, while Grand Forks had 3-5 inches and northwest Minnesota had over 6 inches. An additional 2-4 inches of snow is expected through tonight, causing further travel disruptions.

• As of 10am, the Fargo-Moorhead area had received around 2 inches of snow.
• The steady band of heavy snow from Jamestown to Aberdeen is producing blizzard conditions in the Aberdeen area today.
• The band of heavier snow will push toward the Fargo-Moorhead area in a weakening phase as we head into the afternoon.
• An additional 2-4 inches of snow is expected through tonight.
• After today's snow event, only a few leftover snow showers are expected on Thursday, followed by colder 20s. Highs in the teens and lows 0 to -5 are expected this weekend.