Grand Forks, ND – Drivers across parts of northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota are being urged to use caution Sunday morning as pockets of freezing rain create icy and hazardous travel conditions.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, light freezing rain is expected to bring a glaze of ice to areas north of the U.S. Highway 2 corridor, impacting roadways through late morning and into the early afternoon. Even small amounts of ice can significantly increase the risk of crashes, especially on untreated roads, bridges, and overpasses.
The affected region includes portions of Grand Forks County and surrounding areas, extending east into northwest Minnesota, including rural highways and secondary roads. Weather officials say the freezing rain is expected to be spotty but dangerous, particularly for early-day travel.
Transportation officials in both states are advising motorists to slow down, increase following distance, and allow extra time for travel. Road conditions may change quickly as surface temperatures hover near freezing.
Drivers are encouraged to check current conditions before heading out:
- North Dakota: travel.dot.nd.gov
- Minnesota: 511mn.org
If possible, officials recommend delaying non-essential travel until temperatures rise or road crews have time to treat icy surfaces.
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