MnDOT lifts no travel advisory in west central Minnesota
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. —8:15 p.m.) The Minnesota Department of Transportation has lifted the no travel advisory on state and federal highways in west central Minnesota. Visibility has improved, but roads remain snow and ice covered. Motorists are advised to reduce speed and drive according to conditions.
Important: travel may still be difficult on county, township and municipal roads. Please check with local agencies for their road conditions.
Reminders for drivers:
Check road conditions at www.511mn.org or call 511; it takes time to get roads back to good driving conditions.
- Be patient and remember snowplows are working to improve road conditions for their trip.
- Stay back at least 10 car lengths behind the plow, far from the snow cloud.
- Stay alert for snowplows that turn or exit frequently and often with little warning. Plows may also travel over centerlines or partially in traffic to further improve road conditions.
- Slow down to a safe speed for current conditions. Snowplows typically move at slower speeds.
For additional tips on safe winter driving, go to www.mndot.gov/workzone/winter.html.
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