Contacts
- Jessica Wiens
Public Affairs Coordinator
507-286-7684 - Kristine Hernandez
TZD Coordinator/ Public Affairs Team Leader
507-286-7601
Location
Minnesota Department of
Transportation
Rochester D6
2900 48th Street
Rochester MN
55901
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UPDATE: Blowing snow makes for hazardous driving conditions
(3 p.m.) The Minnesota Department of Transportation advises no travel in Freeborn, Dodge, Goodhue, Mower, Rice and Steele Counties, due to blowing snow and reduced visibility. Motorists in Fillmore, Houston, Olmsted, Wabasha and Winona Counties are advised to slow down and allow for plenty of travel time due to reduced visibility in open areas, including Interstate 90 and Highway 16.
In south central and southwestern Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Minnesota State Patrol are closing all state highways including Interstate 90 from Albert Lea to the South Dakota border at 3:30 p.m. until further notice.
In southeastern Minnesota, no closures of interstate highways or other roads are anticipated at this time; however, motorists may encounter brief lane closures where crashes occur.
MnDOT snow plow operators are out in force and will continue to make highways safe.
MnDOT reminds motorists to follow safe winter driving practices, including:
- Plan ahead – give yourself extra time to travel.
- Clear snow and ice from vehicle windows, hood, headlights, brake lights and directional signals.
- Drive slowly – Lower speeds help drivers avoid crashes and minimize those that occur.
- Keep a safe stopping distance between vehicles – Leave extra room between your vehicle and snow plows or other removal equipment.
- Always use seat belts.
- Adjust speed to road and weather conditions.
- Avoid using cruise-control.
For updated information, call 511 or click on www.511mn.org.
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