Key Takeaways
- Three northwest Minnesota cities, Bejou, Gonvick, and Thief River Falls, received the most snow from a recent winter storm with 8 inches.
- The town of Fertile, also in northwest Minnesota, reported 7.8 inches of snow, just behind the top three cities.
- Other areas in north central Minnesota, such as Ottertail, Motley, and Willow River, received 7 inches of snow.
- The Twin Cities area received varying amounts of snow, with the north metro area getting the most, including 5.8 inches in Otsego and 5.3 inches in Golden Valley.
Introduction to the Snowfall
Many communities in Minnesota received a significant amount of snow from a recent winter storm, but three cities in the northwest part of the state stand out as receiving the most. Bejou, Gonvick, and Thief River Falls all reported 8 inches of snow as of 11 p.m. on Tuesday, earning them the top spot in terms of snowfall. This is not surprising, given Minnesota’s reputation for competitive snowfall totals, with communities often vying for the title of receiving the most snow.
Snowfall Totals in Northwest Minnesota
The town of Fertile, also located in northwest Minnesota, came close to the top three cities, reporting 7.8 inches of snow. This area of the state seems to have been particularly hard hit by the storm, with several other communities in the region receiving significant amounts of snow. The high snowfall totals in this area are likely due to the storm’s trajectory and the region’s geography, which can contribute to increased snowfall in certain areas.
Snowfall Totals in North Central Minnesota
In addition to the northwest part of the state, other areas in north central Minnesota also received significant amounts of snow. Ottertail, Motley, and Willow River all reported 7 inches of snow, while Grandy, located east of St. Cloud and just south of Mora, received 6.9 inches. These totals are impressive, but still fall short of the amounts received by the top three cities in the northwest part of the state. The snowfall in this area is likely to have caused some disruptions, including school closures and travel difficulties.
Snowfall Totals in the Twin Cities
In the Twin Cities area, the snowfall totals were more varied, with the north metro area receiving the most snow. Otsego reported 5.8 inches of snow, while Golden Valley received 5.3 inches. Coon Rapids and Ramsey received 4.6 and 4.5 inches, respectively, while the south metro area received significantly less snow, with most communities reporting 3 inches or less. These totals are relatively modest compared to the amounts received by the top three cities in the northwest part of the state, but still required attention from residents and city crews.
Conclusion and Future Updates
It’s worth noting that the snowfall totals reported are subject to change, as new reports may come in on Wednesday morning. KARE 11’s John Zeigler pointed out that many of the totals were reported late on Tuesday, before midnight, and may be updated as more information becomes available. Regardless of the final totals, it’s clear that the recent winter storm had a significant impact on many communities in Minnesota, with some areas receiving over 8 inches of snow. As the state continues to deal with the aftermath of the storm, residents can expect to see updates on the final snowfall totals and any ongoing weather-related issues.