The North Dakota Department of Transportation and the North Dakota Highway Patrol have issued a No Travel Advisory for western North Dakota due to continued blowing and drifting snow causing snow to stick to roadways and creating icy road conditions along with reduced visibility. The No Travel Advisory includes the cities of Williston, Watford City, Stanley, Crosby, Dickinson, Beach, Bowman, Hettinger and surrounding areas. Motorists in these areas should not travel as blowing snow is creating hazardous driving conditions.

In addition, the Travel Alert has been extended to the far northeast portion of the state to include Grafton, Drayton, Pembina and Cavalier due blowing snow creating icy road conditions.

The Travel Alert remains in effect for central North Dakota including Minot, Bismarck and surrounding communities.

A Travel Alert means conditions are such that motorists can still travel in these areas, but should be advised of rapidly changing conditions. Motorists are encouraged to reduce speeds and drive according to the conditions.

All travelers are encouraged to monitor road conditions as weather conditions occur and use caution while traveling. For road information, call 511 from any type of phone or go to the website: www.dot.nd.gov.