Weather service meteorologist Greg Gust says the heaviest snowfall is expected to fall from eastern South Dakota into southwestern Minnesota.
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In South Dakota, totals of over 16 inches were reported.
After a mid-day lull, heavy snow was expected in time for the afternoon commute.
“The heaviest snowfalls look to be up in northwestern Iowa, anywhere from six to ten inches by Tuesday morning as the system moves across the state”, Cogil says. The winter storm led to dozens of school closures in the Mount Rushmore State for the day, according to the AP.
The National Weather Service has not elevated its winter weather advisory that is in effect through midnight Tuesday night.
The further south and west you go, the lighter and fluffier the snow gets AND the fewer chances you have for rain to mix in, therefore higher snows are more likely with widespread amounts of 8 or more inches is expected.
Bella’s “relative lack of moisture and quick-moving nature … should mitigate this from becoming a crippling storm for many”, Weather.com explained, but added, “slow down, leave extra time if you must travel, or consider postponing your trip”.
Bill Robinson, Norfolk’s associate superintendent of business, maintenance and facilities, said he hit the streets of Norfolk at 4 a.m., as well as checking with the National Weather Service in regard to weather forecasts.
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Pillager Fire Chief Randy Lee said that “any ice is not really walkable yet”. Be aware of reduced visibilities when travelling in open areas Tuesday. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources recommends at leave 5 inches ice before snowmobiles are used on bodies of water.
