Wahpeton, North Dakota – Blowing snow and icy roads are reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel Sunday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, reduced visibility from blowing snow and drifting snow is expected to create difficult driving conditions across the southern Red River Valley through the afternoon.
Forecasters say snow-covered and icy roads have already been reported in parts of the region, increasing the risk for travel delays and reduced traction for drivers.
A traffic camera image shared with the alert showed snow-covered pavement along Interstate 29 near Wahpeton, where visibility appeared limited due to blowing snow across open roadways.
The advisory area includes portions of the southern Red River Valley along the North Dakota–Minnesota border, where wind can easily move loose snow across highways and rural roads.
Officials are urging drivers to use extra caution while traveling, particularly on open stretches of highway where drifting snow may quickly reduce visibility.
Motorists are also encouraged to check current road conditions before traveling through state transportation resources such as North Dakota’s travel information system (travel.dot.nd.gov) or Minnesota’s 511 road condition service.
Blowing snow events can quickly change roadway conditions, even after snowfall has ended, as wind pushes loose snow back across highways and intersections.
For commuters, delivery drivers, and students returning from weekend activities, sudden visibility drops can make travel significantly more difficult during the afternoon hours.
The National Weather Service says conditions may continue affecting the southern Red River Valley through the remainder of Sunday afternoon, and drivers should allow extra time if travel is necessary.
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