Special Weather Statement Minnesota, North Dakota | Effective 04/08/2026 10:20

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 8 at 12:20PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 8, 2026 - 10:20am
Expires: 
April 8, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
Brief periods of heavy snow will affect northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota this afternoon and evening. These conditions are associated with pockets of moderate to heavy snow moving across the region. Persons and vehicles across this area can expect conditions to suddenly deteriorate to extremely poor visibility for brief periods of time. These conditions will continue through this evening. Rapid changes in visibility and difficult travel conditions may lead to accidents. If you are traveling in these conditions, reduce your speed and turn on headlights. Don't slam on brakes.
Area Description: 
West Polk; Norman; Kittson; Roseau; Lake Of The Woods; West Marshall; East Marshall; North Beltrami; Pennington; Red Lake; East Polk; North Clearwater; South Beltrami; Mahnomen; South Clearwater; Towner; Cavalier; Pembina; Benson; Ramsey; Eastern Walsh County; Eddy; Nelson; Grand Forks; Griggs; Steele; Traill; Western Walsh County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Grand Forks ND