Travel Not Advised in Parts of Southern Minnesota as Major Snowstorm Winds Down A major snowstorm sweeping through southern Minnesota is gradually easing, but hazardous conditions remain, prompting authorities to issue warnings and take emergency measures. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has signed an executive order authorizing the Minnesota National Guard to assist with emergency operations until the storm’s effects subside. The state’s transportation department reported ongoing challenges, including plows becoming temporarily stuck and roads remaining difficult to navigate. The storm has caused widespread disruptions, including hundreds of flight cancellations at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Airlines are advising travelers to rebook flights as the situation continues to impact air travel. Snowfall totals have exceeded a foot in many areas, with Wabasha recording over 20 inches and Rochester seeing nearly 14 inches. Closer to the Twin Cities, Prior Lake received 13.7 inches, while Maple Grove and Eagan each saw 10 inches. School districts across the region have canceled classes for Monday, with St. Paul Public Schools and Minneapolis Public Schools declaring severe weather days. Pre-K through fifth-grade students in Minneapolis will miss school, while middle and high schoolers will have e-learning days. St. Paul Public Schools also canceled all athletic events and after-school activities, though varsity athletics may proceed at the discretion of site administrators. The Minnesota House of Representatives canceled all Monday committee meetings due to the storm, though the Senate plans to hold its scheduled sessions. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Department of Transportation closed Interstate 35 southbound at Albert Lea by 3 p.m.#minnesota_national_guard #minnesota_gov_tim_walz #minneapolis_st_paul_international_airport #st_paul_public_schools #minneapolis_public_schools
