GRAND FORKS, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Blizzard conditions will impact much of the Red River Valley and points west today. Falling snow elsewhere will combine with gusty winds to reduce visibility on a more periodic basis.

Widespread travel impacts are expected across much of eastern North Dakota and parts of northwest Minnesota today. Dangerously cold wind chills along and north of US Highway 2, combined with blizzard conditions, will lead to potentially life threatening travel conditions. Travel is difficult or impossible with zero visibility.

High winds across the Red River Valley and west. Sustained northwest winds of 40 mph are expected, with occasional gusts up to 70 mph.