Roads are opening, but MNDOT urging caution to drivers

Mankato, Minn. – (6:45 am) The Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Minnesota State Patrol will reopen Interstate 90 and most highways in south central Minnesota by 7:00 am today.

State highways will open in the following counties:

· Cottonwood

· Jackson

· Martin

· Nobles

· Rock

· Watonwan

· I-90 from South Dakota to Blue Earth

Conditions may be improving in parts of the region, but MnDOT urges motorists to use caution while driving. Reduced visibility with drifting and blowing snow may still make travel difficult.

It's wise to check 511mn.org before you hit the road!