Minnesota, North Dakota Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/21/2026 02:38

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 4:38AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 21, 2026 - 2:38am
Expires: 
August 21, 2026 - 7:30am
Description: 
Fog has expanded into the Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls and the surrounding lake region, occasionally reducing visibility to around one-quarter mile. Patchy fog is also possible in southeast North Dakota. Travelers should be prepared for rapidly deteriorating visibility, and to use extra caution at intersections, railroad crossings, and school bus stops. The fog is expected to improve by mid morning.
Area Description: 
Norman; Clay; North Clearwater; Mahnomen; South Clearwater; West Becker; East Becker; Wilkin; West Otter Tail; East Otter Tail; Grant; Barnes; Cass
Forcast Office: 
NWS Grand Forks ND
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov