This is the official Twitter account for Northwestern, West Central and Central Minnesota State Patrol Public Information Officer (PIO) Sgt. Jesse Grabow.
Most no travel advisories have been lifted in WC MN but it will take some time for road conditions to improve. MNDOT crews are out doing a great job but please have some patience. I-94 Moorhead to Barnesville is slippery as indicated in the video I-94 mp7
WC MN: limited visibility- blowing snow. This vehicle went off the road into the median Hwy10 between Moorhead & Glyndon (no inj.) I also just finished up w/a semi semi that rear ended a car I94 between Moorhead & Barnesville (no inj) in whiteout conditions.
WC MN - many roads are CLOSED and no travel advisories due to dangerous driving conditions. This video from rural Clay/Wilkin County (2/18/22 at 12:20pm)
WC MN visibility is BAD - this video of a vehicle that slid of the road (Hwy336 just a few mile east of Moorhead - western Clay County). Several more vehicles are also off the road in the area. Be safe!
WC MN - I94 about 10 miles east of Moorhead several stranded motorists - snow has drifted around stalled & parked vehicles. Crews are working to clear roads & vehs. Some have been here since 9pm last night. Now 2/15/23 7:am
It’s official, my son is serving on the
#SchoolPatrol
and I am happy & excited for him
#ProudDadMoment
#ProudTrooperMoment
when it comes to being a dad & a Trooper, I hope being good at one can help me become better at the other
WC MN we’re dealing w/some limited visibility in the open areas. Remember to turn those headlights & taillights ON and
#MoveOver
for those on the shoulder. This area was I-94 about 10 miles east of Moorhead. Road info
#NorthernLights
photo - I enjoy seeing all the different pics. State Trooper’s squad along w/Glyndon PD, Clay County SO & Glyndon FD outside the Glyndon Fire Dept in Glyndon (Clay County)from last night. Shared by & photo credit Points North Photography
Proud dad moment - my son competed in his Cub Scout Pack Pinewood Derby. Normally he wants a superhero or sports team theme but this year he wanted a MN State Patrol squad car. The Cub Scout motto is “Do Your Best.” He and the entire pack did that with their efforts & attitude
WC MN - I94 5 miles east of Moorhead 2/15/23 8:30am. Troopers assisted several motorists stuck/stranded along the freeway as many had been here for 12 hours. We were able to get the roadways opened up & people on their way. Please always have your winter survival kit and
Please move over for all those working along the highways.
#MoveOverLaw
Today we remember the ultimate sacrifice made by Minnesota State Patrol Cpl. Ted Foss on this day 20 years ago. Cpl. Foss was struck & killed by a tractor trailer while conducting a traffic stop on I-90
Please move over & reduce your speed when you see us along the road. Scattered slippery spots & limited visibility as Troopers continue to remove vehicles from the ditch and medians.
#DriveSafely
Troopers out with a number of crashes all around the state. I’m out w/a one vehicle rollover on I-94 near Rothsay (no inj) 3 young children in the veh all properly in car seats/good spirits. Little Trps themselves earned these lil bears. Big THANKS to Rothsay Rescue 4 the help
WC MN - I94 (W/B)5 miles east of Moorhead. Working with MNDOT & tow trucks to remove vehicles and clear the roads. Some of these vehicles have been here since after 8pm last night. Now 2/15/23 8am roads are still closed. (many more than what is in video)
Please, please PLEASE!
#MoveOver
when traveling on a road w/2 or more lanes-drivers MUST keep over 1 full lane away from stopped emergency vehs/tow trks when flashing lights activated. Reduce speed if unable to safely move over
“They weren’t there, they went there. They didn’t run from the fire, they ran into the fire. They didn’t run down the staircase, they ran up the staircase. They didn’t lose their lives, they gave them.” ~ unknown
#NeverForget
I94 Monticello - both EB & WB directions remain closed while the fire department continues to put out the fires. One load was tractor tires. Preliminary info indicates approximately 30 vehicles involved (half were semis) working to get road open
Troopers and other law enforcement along with first responders continue to respond to stuck & stranded motorists throughout parts of MN into the night. Please take note of any no travel advisories and stay safe.
#MNwx
NW & WC MN - Troopers are responding to several vehicles that have slid off the road - high winds & blowing snow causing whiteout conditions. The only reason we can see anything here is due to the shelter belt along the highway. This video from Hwy9 Clay County (no inj)
A card I received after a
#ShopWithaCop
event & learned the foster child I’ve took Xmas shopping the last couple of years is going to his forever home w/his siblings. The impact he has had on my heart & soul is incredible!
#ThrowbackThursday
1972 Plymouth Fury I - assisting with traffic control on a flooded street. Air conditioning was added to these squads & this was the final year of the white roof which was only done for a few years.
#ThrowbackThursday
a picture of my grandpa on patrol checking out an overpass under construction on Hwy10 in Otter Tail County in the early 1970s. I sure miss him.
Today marks the anniversary of Corporal Tim Bowe’s death. Cpl. Bowe was shot & killed in Chisago County as he & 3 Deputies closed in on a suspect involved in a shooting call. He was a Trooper for 15 yrs and is survived by his wife & 2 children
#WeRemember
Brace yourself - snow pics are coming. MEA weekend can be a good reminder to make sure the ice scraper/snow brush is in the vehicle.
#BePrepared
#DriveSmart
WC MN: I94 and Hwy210 are still CLOSED - why? Here are some examples- still clearing crashes and removing vehicles. Video I94 west of Rothsay. 2/11/22 at 3pm
My oldest son graduated from the DARE Program today.
#ProudDadMoment
I’m proud of him and all his classmates! Thank you to his School Resource Officer and teachers for the help and support! Keep up the great work!
WC MN several roads are closed due to dangerous driving conditions & crashes - several vehicles are in the ditch/median including these 3 semis on I94 between Barnesville & Rothsay. Road info 2/11/22 at 11:15am
#TBT
1960 Plymouth Pursuit Special was equipped w/the 361 CID V8 & A/T. Plymouth advertised the MN Highway Patrol as one of several major agencies using their cars this year. Most cars had the TorqueFlite A/T but several had a 3-Speed manual transmission.
-15 (wind chill -35) this is not the weather to let your veh get low on fuel. I strongly recommend trying to fuel up when you get near half empty. This motorist stated the veh indicated it had 30 miles before going empty (2 miles ago) I wouldn’t rely on that - please
#BePrepared
With the talk and projections of the winter storm heading our way in WC MN this Friday & Saturday our friends from
@MnDOT
@mndotwcentral
are clearing areas where the snow drifts can accumulate with all the snow we’ve already had. Give them some room as they work - Thank you!
WC MN - no travel advised (video 2/11/22 at 7:45am) I94 between Barnesville & Rothsay - dozens of vehicles/semis in ditch/median and dozens more throughout the region. Limited visibility
This weekend is the kickoff to summer. However you spend it, please
#DriveSmart
and take care of the people you care about. If you get the chance, enjoy the little things in life.
Troopers in central MN responding to several crashes (no life threat inj) Troopers currently out w/crashes I-94 Sauk Centre, Albany, St. Joseph and others scattered through the region. Snow is accumulating - driver safely!
A Minnesota State Trooper was nearly hit while assisting another veh that slid off the road this am. The Trp & another Trp parked behind-all w/emergency lights on, the veh on the right narrowly missed them (notice snow left on the squad.) Drv cited for careless driving I94 mp198
#ThrowbackThursday
1963 Plymouth Pursuit powered by a 383 CID V8 rated at 330 hp & 425 lb-ft coupled by a TorqueFlite automatic. They were light weight, quick & good handling
#MSPnumbers
statewide Troopers have responded to for today as of 4pm: 251 crashes (41 non-life threatening inj) & additional 129 vehicles that ran off the road req Trp/tow assistance & 19 jackknifed semis. Crash in pic I94 near Clearwater (no inj) next number tweet at 9pm
WC MN: Troopers currently (2:30pm) are out w/crashes & vehicle the slid off road req Trp/tow assistance at I94 mileposts 15, 22, 31, 55, 92. This one I94 mp31 WB rollover crash - no inj.
#mnwx
it’s snowing and roads are snow covered & obviously slippery
Road conditions have improved in WC MN and I’d like to give a big THANK YOU to all the plow drivers, maintenance crews and tow operators (the unsung heroes) And a special thank you to our dispatchers taking the calls and getting us to the right places. You are truly appreciated!
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, there is never a convenient time for a flat tire - here is one in the dark with blowing snow. Please move over and give everyone some room to work. And a reminder to be sure you have a jack, wheel wrench and an inflated spare tire
WC MN - Troopers, 1st responders, plow & tow trucks out & about. If you see flashing lights please move over & slow down as we need some room to work. It’s slippery - utilizing the ice cleats. Jackknifed semi I-94 WB milepost 18 (no inj) temp closed WB 94 at exit22 Barnesville
Hwy210 between Breckenridge & Fergus Falls is CLOSED. Whiteout conditions w/blowing snow. This video was just east of Breckenridge in Wilkin County. More info go to
If you see us out here - please move over and slow down for first responders (fire, ambulance & EMS) maintenance vehicles, tow trucks all w/flashing lights. Could be a long night w/some difficult travel in WC MN - please
#DriveSmart
video from I-94 5 miles east of Moorhead
NW & WC MN blowing snow accumulating on the highways in scattered spots - here a vehicle is stuck on the highway. Most of the roads are clear but blowing snow is creating issues in some areas. Pic Hwy9 south of Felton. Keep the cruise control OFF 3/14/23 4:25pm
MN life hack - setting the wipers up so they don’t freeze to the windshield prior to a snow storm which helps w/ice scraping & snow brushing for the next trip.
#BePrepared
#DriveSmart
#ThinkAhead
#ThrowbackThursday
1967 Plymouth Fury - first 4-door patrol cars, power steering & the first to be equipped w/the legendary 375hp 440 cubic inch Super Commando V8. Interesting note - the stop light is IN the fender, rather than on it like most patrol cars. P/C Larry Phillips
Troopers in my region responded to 3 separate vehicle vs deer crashes before 7am this morning. The deer are extremely active and moving right now so please pay attention. Have a plan - don’t veer for deer and always buckle up!
NW MN - a late night photo from one of my coworkers from out on the prairie. The wind has let up from earlier and travel advisories have been lifted. Road info
WC MN the snow is falling & Troopers are responding to several crashes & vehicles sliding off the road. Please, please, PLEASE slow down, increase your following distance and
#BuckleUp
WC MN - daylight but visibility is still limited w/blowing snow & high winds. I94 a few miles east of Moorhead. Even the warning signs are difficult to read w/this weather. Video 12/23/2020 at 10:20am please be safe
MN is seeing a variety of road conditions-ice covered (wheel track ice, blow ice, black ice), snow covered & wet roads. Some areas w/limited visibility. Keep cruise control OFF, headlights ON & don’t out drive your common sense
#DriveSmart
#BuckleUp
temps are dropping
#BePrepared
2 yrs ago I was able to help locate a dog after he was ejected from a crash on I94 by Rothsay. The dog & the driver (sb worn) miraculously escaped w/no inj. I recently received the leash I borrowed out along w/a pic & update. Roo (the dog) and his owner are doing well!
#Happy
WC MN - I-94 WB is blocked at milepost 7 (few miles east of Moorhead) due to multiple vehicle pileup up (well over a dozen vehicles involved - many semis - no injuries). Traffic being diverted off at exit 15 WB (Downer) 12/15/22 4:00pm
WC MN - Troopers currently out w/12 crashes, spin outs & jackknifed semis in the region. (12/13/22 5:15pm) this vehicle ran off road in need of a tow truck I-94 about 5 miles east of Moorhead. Rain/snow mix becoming more snow now - roads obviously slush covered and slippery
Several overturned semis on I94 around Alexandria - EB I94 is currently blocked and rerouting EB traffic at exit103 (Alexandria) detour info strong wind was a factor - Troopers and 1st responders still attending to motorists
-26 below (not factoring the wind chill) helped this veh’s occupants as they’d been waiting over an hr for their tow after the veh broke down. Yes, they were cold! It can take time for service trucks/tow to get to u. Be prepared and call law enforcement for assistance if needed
Scattered snow in parts of NW & WC MN - making roads a bit slippery. A good reminder to turn those headlights & taillights ON, slow DOWN & buckle UP! This video from Crookston this morning
#MSPcrash
I94 EB mp10 (5 miles east of Moorhead) semi hauling an excavator struck the Clay County Road 17 overpass - no inj. Right lane blocked. Bridge being inspected - crash remains under investigation
A little reminder: if there is frost on your vehicle (trees, grass, etc) their is a good chance their is frost on the roads - keep the cruise control OFF and drive smart
#BuckleUp
Trps have been responding to a few rollovers this morning.
I have not had to say it in a while but I will - roads are snow/slush covered and obviously slippery. Troopers responding to several vehs sliding off the road, crashes & jackknifed semis. Some areas in WC lakes area reporting 6”-10” of snow.
#DriveSmart
Pic I94 east of Moorhead
I94 east of Barnesville had a calf wandering on & along the freeway. After about 4 miles we were able to cut some fence & herd it off to another farmer. Great teamwork from MNDOT & some local farmers! 🐮 Thank you!
WC MN - no travel advised (2/11/22 at 7am video posting) I94 between Barnesville & Rothsay at least a dozen vehicles/semis in the ditch/median, maybe more - limited visibility
Last week, we were at Paul Bunyan’s birthplace - this week we are at what claims to be the birthplace of America. Bonus points if you know this guy’s name
#WhereAreWeWednesday
Motorists in NW MN are dealing w/limited visibility from strong winds and blowing snow. Several vehicles in the ditch. This one on Hwy1 west of Warren. Remember to turn those headlights & taillights ON!
One of the world’s largest outdoor music & camping festivals is kicking off in the Detroit Lakes Area. Reminding folks to drive sober, buckle up and make safe decisions. There is extra DWI Enforcement in the area.
Troopers have kept busy through the night and are still at it this morning with motorists sliding off the slick roads. Drive accordingly to the conditions. Keep the cruise control OFF.
#DriveSmart
#BuckleUp
road info
#ThrowbackThursday
1971 Plymouth Fury I - this one was equipped w/a scissor lift light bar that could be raised several feet above the squad car for greater visibility at emergency scenes.
Troopers out w/several crashes and vehicles that slid off the road requiring Trp/tow assistance. This veh was WB on I-94 east of Albany when it ran off the road.
We’re dealing w/ -52 below windchill in WC MN and there’s a few slipping & sliding off the road (this one I-94 east of Moorhead-no inj.) limited visibility please drive safely. Stay w/your veh, call for assistance, know your location & have your winter survival kit available
NW MN Hwy11 mp19 between Donaldson & Karlstad (Kittson County) conditions are being reported that it’s windy & icy enough to have blown this semi off the road. A short while later a plow came by to assist and was also blown off the icy road. No inj.
“Shop With a Cop” looked a little different this year with no kids in person, but we got some lists & requests and got it done. It’s humbling to be part of such a nice event and the generous donations that come it. Thank you to all that make it possible.
Wind & slippery roads are keeping Troopers busy this evening responding to vehicles sliding off the road. This semi went off I-94 east of Moorhead (no inj)
#DriveSmart
#BuckleUp
#mnwx
NW MN Hwy9 south of Ada (Norman County) road CLOSED Highway under water. I would not advise using GPS as it might take you on other unsafe gravel roads. Please use posted detours and use common sense 4/14/23 1:00pm
Several overturned & jackknifed semis along with many other vehs are having issues w/obviously slippery roads. Troopers continue to respond & assist reminding folks to slow down & move over while we assist. This pic I-94 near Downer no inj(15 miles east of Moorhead)
#DriveSmart
These trailer safety chains held up and did their job after a hitch detached from the receiver after losing its hitch pin/lock. No injuries or other significant damage. I did witness the incident I-94 east of Moorhead. The driver did a fine job of maneuvering during the issue.
St. Cloud area: I94 in BOTH direction is closed due to several jackknifed semi between mp171-178. There should be some rerouting St. Cloud to Clearwater more info
#MSPcrash
I94 EB near exit77 (Ashby) preliminary info: the Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a multi-vehicle crash. 1st Trooper on scene estimated 50 vehicles involved including several semis. No fatals or life threatening inj. I94 is temp closed at exit 77 EB. (Part 1)