Interstate 29 closed from Fargo to Canadian border

3014710+0B4mGrQ-jaMMQU2dDbExUb2cwMms.jpg — Collin Rohrich clears a swath of wet snow as he and his brother, Will, clear a neighbor's driveway in East Grand Forks Tuesday. photo by Eric Hylden/Grand Forks Herald

By Herald Staff Report

December 06, 2016 at 10:11 AM

Interstate 29 from Fargo to the Canadian border has been closed by the North Dakota Department of Transportation.

The DOT closed the interstate because of areas of zero visibility, blowing and drifting snow, and dangerous driving conditions, according to a news release.

The DOT has also extended the closure of Interstate 94 between Valley City and Fargo. Eastbound and westbound I-94 lanes are now closed from Dickinson to Fargo.

A no travel advisory is in effect for Grand Forks, Devils Lake and surrounding areas because of strong winds, low visibility, blowing and drifting snow creating hazardous driving conditions. Motorists in the area are encouraged not to travel.

Blizzard Alivia dumped 10.5 inches of snow on Grand Forks overnight Monday.

Travelers are encouraged to monitor road conditions by visiting www.dot.nd.gov .

Interstate 29 closed from Fargo to Canadian border

Interstate 29 from Fargo to the Canadian border has been closed by the North Dakota Department of Transportation. The DOT closed the interstate because of areas of zero visibility, blowing and drifting snow, and dangerous driving conditions, acco...