Update: Highways reopen in northwest Minnesota

Previously closed due to high winds and limited visibility

BEMIDJI, Minn. – (5:30 a.m.) The Minnesota Department of Transportation has reopened area highways, previously closed, in northwestern Minnesota due to high winds causing blowing snow and zero visibility. The following roads are now open:

Highway 1- North Dakota border to Marshall/Pennington County Line
Highway 2- East Grand Forks to Crookston
Highway 9- Crookston to Borup
Highway 11- North Dakota to Karlstad
Highway 75- Perley to Canada
Highway 175- North Dakota to Hallock
Highway 200- Hwy 32 to North Dakota
Highway 220 – Climax to Hwy 11

Motorists should prepare for changing weather and monitor road conditions at 511mn.org. Drivers should plan accordingly with an emergency supply kit and clothing for extreme cold.

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