Duluth, Minnesota – A winter weather advisory remains in effect until 11 a.m. Friday as fog and patchy freezing rain create hazardous travel conditions near Lake Superior.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, freezing drizzle and foggy conditions are continuing through the morning, reducing visibility and creating areas of slick pavement across the Twin Ports and much of Minnesota’s Arrowhead region.
Meteorologists say temperatures are expected to warm above freezing after 10 a.m., which should gradually improve road conditions later in the morning. However, patchy ice may still develop on untreated roads, bridges, and overpasses before temperatures rise.
Dense fog may also persist through much of the day in some areas along Lake Superior. Reduced visibility combined with icy spots could make driving more difficult for commuters and freight traffic using regional highways and interstates.
Transportation officials advise drivers to allow extra travel time, reduce speeds, and increase following distance, particularly during the early morning commute. Conditions may vary significantly from one roadway to another depending on temperature and precipitation.
The National Weather Service also recommends checking the latest road conditions through Minnesota 511 before traveling, as conditions may change quickly across northeastern Minnesota.
While conditions are expected to gradually improve late Friday morning, drivers should remain alert for slick spots in shaded areas or locations that receive lingering drizzle.
For many students, commuters, and early-shift workers across the Duluth area, the advisory may impact typical Friday morning travel routines.
Residents are encouraged to monitor official forecasts and road updates as conditions evolve.
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