REGINA — The National Weather Service in the United States has forecast a potentially historic blizzard and it is presently hitting North Dakota and parts of Montana. It will be moving into Saskatchewan Tuesday evening and could be days long.
The long duration, significant winter storm snowfall, according to the NWS, could reach record levels in parts of eastern Montana and western and central North Dakota, with total snowfall in excess of two feet.
NWS tweeted early Tuesday morning that travel will be difficult to impossible, and widespread power outages and tree damage are expected. Significant impacts to young livestock are also possible as ranchers in the area are in the middle of calving season.
The NWS Hazardous Weather Outlook says travel should be restricted to emergencies only.
“If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. Notify a friend or family member of your travel plans. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.”
This is what will be moving into Saskatchewan. Both the City of Regina and the Province of Saskatchewan are planning to hold media briefings this afternoon to discuss preparations for the expected storm.
