Stutsman County, ND – Drivers traveling in central North Dakota are facing dangerous winter driving conditions today after reports of near-zero visibility along Highway 1, just north of Interstate 94.
According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, Highway 1 near mile marker 82 — a few miles north of the I-94 Sanborn exit — is experiencing large stretches of severely reduced visibility due to blowing snow. Authorities say conditions remain especially poor between this area and Cooperstown, creating hazardous travel for motorists.
Troopers warn that blowing snow and sudden whiteout conditions can develop quickly, making it difficult to see other vehicles, road edges, or upcoming hazards. Drivers are urged to take extra precautions if travel is unavoidable.
The Highway Patrol recommends motorists:
- Slow down and adjust speed for conditions
- Increase following distance between vehicles
- Turn headlights fully on to improve visibility
Officials emphasized that winter conditions can change rapidly, even over short distances, and drivers should remain alert at all times. Those traveling through Stutsman County, especially between rural stretches of Highway 1, may encounter sudden drops in visibility without warning.
Highway 1 serves as a key north-south route connecting smaller communities in the region, and deteriorating conditions can quickly impact local travel, farm traffic, and emergency response times.
Drivers are encouraged to monitor updated road conditions through the North Dakota Department of Transportation and delay travel if possible until conditions improve. If visibility drops significantly, officials advise pulling over safely and waiting until conditions clear rather than continuing forward blindly.
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