Minnesota Department of Transportation

511 Travel Info

News releases

March 25, 2024

Latest news releases

No travel advisory lifted in Meeker County

WILLMAR, Minn. – (5:15 a.m.) The Minnesota Department of Transportation lifted the no travel advisory on state highways in Meeker County during the overnight hours. Roads remain snow-covered this morning and travelers are encouraged to use caution.

Visit the www.511mn.org website for detailed information and updates on specific roadways before traveling. View winter road conditions from plow, weather and traffic cameras which are also part of 511.

Stay safe

  1. Don’t drive distracted.
  2. Say alert for snowplows which turn or exit frequently and may travel over centerlines or partially in traffic to further improve road conditions.
  3. Stay back at least 10 car lengths behind the plow; don’t drive into a snow cloud.
  4. Slow down to a safe speed for current conditions.
  5. Turn your headlights on (not simply the automatic setting) and wear your seat belt.
  6. Turn off the cruise control.
  7. Be patient and remember snowplows are working to improve road conditions for your trip.

Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/MnDOTsouthwest/.

###