MINNESOTA – The Minnesota Department of Transportation has issued a “no travel advisory” for highways in northwestern Minnesota as high winds and heavy snow create hazardous conditions, including low visibility and blowing snow.
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Travel Conditions in Minnesota and North Dakota
Drivers in Minnesota and North Dakota are advised to brace for:
- Intense bursts of heavy snow
- Wind gusts exceeding 40 mph
- Visibility reduced to under one-quarter mile
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Fatal Crash Amid Treacherous Weather
The Minnesota State Patrol reported at least one fatality on Wednesday when a vehicle slid off a road in southwest Minnesota. The victim was not wearing a seatbelt, authorities confirmed. As of 4 p.m. local time Wednesday, the State Patrol recorded:
- 12 crashes involving injuries
- 57 vehicles off the road
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Weather System Progression
The cold front is expected to:
- Pass through the Minneapolis-St. Paul area Wednesday afternoon
- Reach Chicago by evening
Wind gusts could surge up to 50 mph in the Twin Cities, Des Moines, Iowa, and Chicago.
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Winter Storm Warnings Across the Region
- Western Michigan, Pennsylvania, and New York: Up to 1 foot of snow predicted, with lake-effect snow warnings in effect.
- Appalachia: Heavy snow up to 10 inches and winds reaching 65 mph are expected from Wednesday night into Thursday.
Impact on the Northeast
The Northeast coast will experience rain Thursday morning, followed by strong winds in major cities, including:
- Washington, D.C.
- Philadelphia
- New York City
Wind gusts in these areas could reach 50 mph by Thursday afternoon. Meanwhile, western Massachusetts to Maine may see several inches of snow accompanied by gusty winds.
