Weather
We'll keep this article updated with storm-related announcements, school/business closings and road conditions.
We spend most of our winter indoor time in desert-like air.
"Roads are ice-covered and motorists should use extreme caution," North Dakota transportation officials said in a statement.
Freezing rain, sleet and snow all made for some impressive sights
Forecasters have to consider not only how much precipitation is likely to fall, but also how big the flakes will be and how wind and possibly melting will impact the way they settle.
The damage was twice what the models predicted, and the worst observed in the historical record since 1979.
Large scale weather systems around the world are increasing the odds of colder and snowier than average conditions.
When normal, extreme weather happens, there are usually problems.
Heavy snow is likely in the area, but WDAY Chief Meteorologist John Wheeler said it is still too early to predict where the heavy snow will fall. Dry air pockets will reduce snowfall in some areas.
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