Winter storm causing travel difficulties across region

FARGO (KVRR) – Numerous weather-related warnings and advisories are in effect for a large portion of eastern North Dakota and Western Minnesota

The National Weather Service says a brief period of moderate to heavy snow will bring a quick 1 to 3 inches across northeastern North Dakota and northwest Minnesota this afternoon and evening.

Very difficult travel conditions are expected Tuesday from accumulating snow and ice, blowing snow, and very strong winds. Some uncertainty in the track of the system exists, which will determine where snow transitions to freezing rain and snow. In the snow area, expect 3-5” with some areas receiving 6 or more inches of snow.

Strong winds will come in late Tuesday into Tuesday night behind the precipitation, with gusts up to 60 mph in southeastern North Dakota.

Blowing snow across portions of northeastern North Dakota and far northwestern Minnesota will bring very difficult travel conditions with low visibility in addition to ice and snow.

This is a developing story. Check back for weather-related updates.