Dakota Storm Watch

Severe Weather Center

OPEN

Normal Operations Expected

Weather conditions are favorable. Schools and businesses are expected to operate normally.

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Recommendation Confidence

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Based on current weather data and historical closure patterns

Closure Outlook Next 3 Days

Algorithm Scoring Under the Hood

Total Closure Score 0 / 100
Open Caution Likely Closed

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Area Closures

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How This Works

Our closure recommendation algorithm considers multiple weather factors:

  • Wind Chill: Below -25°F triggers caution, below -35°F likely closure
  • Snowfall: 4-6" triggers caution, 8"+ likely closure
  • Visibility: Under 1/4 mile indicates dangerous travel
  • Active Warnings: Blizzard, Winter Storm warnings heavily weighted
  • Wind Speed: Sustained 35+ mph with snow creates blizzard conditions
  • ND DOT Road Conditions: Red (poor) roads and No Travel Advisories heavily weighted
  • Reported Closures: Community-reported closures indicate developing situation

This is a recommendation tool only. Always check with your school district or employer for official closure announcements.