Jamestown, ND – Drivers in eastern North Dakota are being urged to use extra caution today after the North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) shared photos showing icy and slick road conditions between Jamestown and Valley City early this morning.
According to the Highway Patrol, stretches of roadway along the I-94 corridor looked clear in some areas but turned icy without warning in others. Troopers reminded weekend travelers to check the ND Roads Map before leaving home, noting that conditions can shift quickly as temperatures fluctuate.
NDHP said the photos were taken Friday morning and highlight how deceptively hazardous winter travel can be. Patrol officials warned that black ice remains a major risk across much of the region, particularly during the early morning hours and near open stretches where wind accelerates ice formation.
To reduce crash risks, NDHP offered several safety reminders: keep cruise control off on winter roads, drive according to current conditions, and slow down when approaching emergency vehicles or first responders. Troopers said giving crews extra room is essential as they respond to weather-related calls throughout the day.
With more drivers expected on the roads this weekend, transportation officials emphasized that even short trips can quickly become dangerous when visibility and surface traction change. The agency encouraged residents in Stutsman County, Barnes County, and the greater Fargo–Moorhead region to plan ahead, allow additional travel time, and stay alert for sudden patches of ice.
Residents traveling through eastern North Dakota are asked to report hazardous spots when safe to do so and to monitor updated road conditions throughout the day.
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