Highway 212 closed Olivia to Glencoe

WILLMAR, Minn. – (5:15 a.m.) The Minnesota Department of Transportation has closed Highway 212 from Olivia to Glencoe due to icy road conditions and multiple crashes and vehicle spin outs. A narrow band of freezing rain came through southern Minnesota overnight which created a challenging morning commute, and travelers are encouraged to use extra caution.

MnDOT snowplow operators will do their part to make highways safe and motorists are asked to:

Stay alert for snowplows, which turn or exit frequently and often with little warning
Stay back at least 10 car lengths behind the plow; don’t drive into a snow cloud
Slow down to a safe speed for current conditions
Turn on your headlights and wear your seat belt
Turn off the cruise control
Be patient and remember snowplows are working to improve road conditions for your trip
Don’t drive distracted

For additional tips on safe winter driving, go to mndot.gov/workzone/winter.html.

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