MnDOT advises no travel in western Minnesota amid winter storm

Low visibility on I-94 in northwestern Minnesota amid winter storm

Minnesota State Patrol troopers are reporting low visibility along Interstate 94 in northwestern Minnesota amid Wednesday's winter storm. Video courtesy of the Minnesota State Patrol.

(FOX 9) - The Minnesota Department of Transportation has issued a no travel advisory for northwestern and west central Minnesota where blowing snow is causing whiteout conditions and poor visibility.

MnDOT is advising no travel on state and federal highways in Clay, Traverse, Wilkin, Big Stone and Stevens counties as well as the western portions of Grant and Swift counties and the northwestern corner of Otter Tail County due to dangerous driving conditions.

No travel is advised on Interstate 94 from Moorhead to Rothsay and Highway 10 from Moorhead to Hawley.

Limited visibility in western Minnesota as winter storm moves in

There was limited visibility and blowing snow on Highway 10 near Moorhead, Minnesota, leading to some crashes and cars off the road. Video courtesy of the Minnesota State Patrol.

The Minnesota State Patrol has already responded to several crashes and reports of vehicles of the road in the area.

The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for the western portion of the state through Wednesday. The storm is also expected to impact other parts of the state, including the Twin Cities metro, Wednesday afternoon into the evening.

MSP Airport bracing for snow

The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is preparing to clear the runways as soon as the snow appears, but says flights may still be impacted by the storm. They are advising holiday travelers to verify their flight status before heading to the airport.

Winter weather driving tips

The State Patrol is recommending drivers follow the following tips if they must travel during the storm:

Slow down and increase your following distance
Headlights on, cruise control off
Use caution around plows, give them room
Check road conditions at 511mn.org before you go
If there is a "no travel advisory" in your area, follow it.

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