Casselton, ND – Drivers traveling through eastern North Dakota are urged to use extreme caution today after a semi-trailer overturned on Interstate 94 near Casselton amid strong winds, creating hazardous travel conditions.
According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at mile marker 334 on I-94 near Casselton at approximately 10:35 a.m. Thursday. First responders were dispatched to the scene, where a semi-trailer reportedly overturned due to high wind gusts affecting the area.
Authorities say strong winds continue to pose a serious risk, particularly for high-profile vehicles such as semi-trucks, delivery vehicles, RVs, and empty or lightly loaded trailers. Blowing snow and reduced visibility were also reported in the area, further complicating travel conditions.
The crash scene is located in Cass County, west of Fargo, along a heavily traveled interstate corridor connecting eastern North Dakota to the Fargo–Moorhead metro area. While no immediate information on injuries or lane closures was released, motorists should expect possible slowdowns and delays as emergency crews work at the site.
The Highway Patrol is advising drivers to delay travel if possible and to reduce speed, maintain extra following distance, and remain alert for sudden gusts that could push vehicles out of their lanes. Wind-related crashes are a known risk on North Dakota highways during winter conditions, especially in open rural stretches.
Motorists planning to travel across I-94 today are encouraged to check road conditions and weather updates before departing and to consider alternate routes if conditions worsen.
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