Bismarck, ND – Drivers across western North Dakota are being urged to stay off the roads today as freezing rain creates extremely dangerous travel conditions, prompting officials to issue a No Travel Advisory.
According to the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), freezing rain has coated highways in ice, making travel hazardous and, in some areas, nearly impossible. The advisory covers much of western North Dakota, including areas near Williston, Dickinson, and surrounding counties, where road conditions range from ice-covered to blocked.
A statewide road conditions map released this morning shows large sections of western highways marked in red and pink, indicating no travel advised and closed or blocked roads. In contrast, much of central and eastern North Dakota remains green, signaling generally good driving conditions — though officials caution conditions can change quickly.
NDDOT officials warn motorists not to drive unless it is an emergency, citing a high risk of crashes, slide-offs, and stranded vehicles. Emergency responders may also face delays reaching motorists if conditions worsen.
Drivers are encouraged to check travel.dot.nd.gov or use the ND Roads app for real-time updates before attempting any travel. Officials stress that even short trips can become dangerous when freezing rain is present, especially on rural highways and exposed roadways.
No timeline has been announced for when conditions may improve. Motorists should continue monitoring updates throughout the day as crews assess road conditions and weather impacts.
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