BEMIDJI — Due to high winds, blowing snow and zero visibility, state transportation officials advise no travel on highways in northwestern Minnesota.
The no travel advisory includes the following roads:
- Highway 1- North Dakota border to Thief River Falls
- Highway 2- Crookston to East Grand Forks
- Highway 9- Crookston to Ada
- Highway 11- North Dakota border to Karlstad
- Highway 75- Perley to Canadian border
- Highway 200- Highway 75 to Ada
- Highway 220 – Climax to Alvarado
- Highway 175- North Dakota border to Highway 59
Drivers are advised to avoid traveling in these areas until high winds subside and conditions improve.
Up-to-date road conditions can be found at 511mn.org. Drivers should plan accordingly with an emergency supply kit and clothing for extreme cold.
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