No travel advisories lifted for several southwest MN counties

WILLMAR, Minn. — (3:15 p.m.) The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is lifting all no travel advisories for the following southwest Minnesota areas. Roads remain snow covered, however visibility has improved.

Lincoln County south of Highway 19
Lyon County
Murray County
Pipestone County
Redwood County
Yellow Medicine County along US Highway 59 south of Clarkfield
Yellow Medicine County along Highway 23 south of Hanley Falls
Yellow Medicine County along Highway 68 east of Canby

MnDOT reminds motorists to plan ahead and drive according to road conditions. Southwest Minnesota remains under a blizzard warning and road conditions can quickly deteriorate. MnDOT snowplow operators will do their part to make highways safe and motorists should remember to:

Stay alert for snowplows, which turn or exit frequently and often with little warning. They also may travel over centerlines or partially in traffic to further improve road conditions.
Stay back at least 10 car lengths behind the plow. Don’t drive into a snow cloud.
Slow down to a safe speed for current conditions.
Turn on your headlights and wear your seat belt.
Turn off the cruise control.
Be patient and remember snowplows are working to improve road conditions for your trip.
Don’t drive distracted.

For real-time traffic and travel information in Minnesota, visit 511mn.org or get the free smartphone app at Google Play or the App Store.

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