Grand Forks, North Dakota – A thin layer of ice could quickly form on bridges and overpasses within the morning commute, creating hazardous driving conditions across eastern North Dakota.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, a wintry mix moving through the region this morning—and returning again tonight—may leave a glaze of ice on elevated surfaces. Bridges and overpasses are especially vulnerable because cold air circulates above and below, allowing surfaces to freeze faster than standard roadways.
Drivers along I-29, U.S. Highway 2, and local overpasses in Grand Forks, Fargo, and surrounding Red River Valley communities should expect slick spots, particularly during early morning and late-night hours. Even light precipitation can create dangerous travel conditions when surface temperatures hover near freezing.
Officials urge motorists to slow down, increase following distance, and avoid using cruise control on potentially icy roads. Untreated bridges may appear wet but could be icy, increasing the risk of spinouts and minor crashes.
Conditions may briefly improve during the daytime, but the ice threat returns again tonight as temperatures drop. Additional advisories may be issued if icing becomes more widespread.
