20m ago
Several Twin Cities businesses closed Sunday due to storm
Several Twin Cities businesses will be closed Sunday due to snowstorm:
All Minnesota Historical Society sites in the metroComo Park Zoo & ConservatoryAll Bachman’s locationsMinnesota Children’s Museum
24m ago
Large crash causes major delays on I-35 in southern Minnesota
One person was hurt in a multi-vehicle crash that happened just before 8 p.m. Saturday on Interstate 35 near Elko New Market, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
MnDOT
“Preliminary investigation indicates a primary crash occurred, most likely with a vehicle and the guardrail, resulting in the vehicle becoming disabled in the middle of the road,” the state patrol says. “This caused a secondary crash involving multiple vehicles.”
The victim’s injuries are not considered life-threatening.
27m ago
Hundreds of Sunday flights canceled at MSP Airport
As of 9:30 p.m. Saturday, more than 600 flights scheduled to arrive and depart Sunday at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport are canceled, according to FlightAware.com.
7:58 PM
Twin Cities mayors discuss storm preps
During a press conference on Saturday, both Mayors Kaohly Her and Jacob Frey announced snow emergencies. The emergencies will go into effect at 9 p.m. on Sunday, but residents of both cities are encouraged to move their cars on Saturday.
Minneapolis has opened up a parking lot at the Salvation Army and the parking lot at the farmers market. Parking at these locations will be free for residents until Wednesday at 8 p.m. Starting Sunday, Parking Ramp A in downtown Minneapolis will also be open and residents will only need to pay $1.
St. Paul will open up the block 19 ramp in downtown St. Paul, starting at 5 p.m. Saturday, for free parking for St. Paul residents. The city will also open some St. Paul park lots as they become available and recommend residents check the city’s website. St. Paul officials also said that due to the snow, there will be no garbage pickup Monday.
7:56 PM
The latest snow emergencies
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The city of St. Louis Park is issuing a snow emergency starting at 10 p.m. Saturday. The city says the snow emergency may stay in effect longer due to the large amounts of snow expected.
During a press conference on Saturday, both Mayors Kaohly Her and Jacob Frey announced snow emergencies. The emergencies will go into effect at 9 p.m. on Sunday, but residents of both cities are encouraged to move their cars on Saturday.
Minneapolis has opened up a parking lot at the Salvation Army and the parking lot at the farmers market. Parking at these locations will be free for residents until Wednesday at 8 p.m. Starting Sunday, Parking Ramp A in downtown Minneapolis will also be open and residents will only need to pay $1.
St. Paul will open up the block 19 ramp in downtown St. Paul, starting at 5 p.m. Saturday, for free parking for St. Paul residents. The city will also open some St. Paul park lots as they become available and recommend residents check the city’s website. St. Paul officials also said that due to the snow, there will be no garbage pickup Monday.
7:55 PM
Gov. Walz authorizes Minnesota National Guard
Gov. Tim Walz authorized the Minnesota National Guard on Friday, ahead of the storm.
“Despite recent Spring weather, Minnesotans know that a March snowstorm is never out of the question,” said Walz. “As we brace for this potentially dangerous round of winter weather, I am grateful to our National Guard for stepping in to keep Minnesotans safe.”
As of Saturday, the national have four armories in the south and metro area of the state — Owatonna, Redwood Falls, Fairmont and Albert Lea.
“We have armories all around the state all around the state, and that allows us to be able to respond pretty quickly in times like this,” said Colonel John McCrae, Director of Operations for the Minnesota National Guard. “So those are the four armories that, based on the local need. I would note that those four armories, we have vehicles that are called SUSVs and that is a tracked vehicle that is able to operate in snow and ice conditions.”
“We’re your friends and neighbors,” said McCrae. “We want Minnesotans to be safe. You know, we care about the community, and we want Minnesotans to be safe, and we want to be a part of that effort to keep you safe, so we’re happy to help.”
7:54 PM
The storm’s impact on MSP Airport
At Minneapolis-St. Paul International airport, it’s the last call before the storm. As of Saturday afternoon, 53 departure flights from MSP have been canceled and 58 have been delayed.
“Absolute mayhem, if you ask me,” said Wyatt Chartiar of Minnetonka. “I’ve never seen the line this long.”
“Saw the storm coming to Minnesota—a little nervous about flights getting back for that. Luckily enough we got on one before things shut down,” said Jayden Olmstead from Moorhead.
Michelle Sheridan was supposed to travel to Europe.
“On Wednesday, we were supposed to fly from Des Moines to Amsterdam. Our flight was so delayed that we wouldn’t make our connection,” said Sheridan.
“We are not going to Paris today—and with the storm coming in, they’re not sure when we can rebook. Our European travels are done. It’s just, it’s very disappointing.”
7:53 PM
Here’s what to put in your emergency car kit
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety recommends checking road conditions and having an emergency car kit if you have to travel.
Below is a list of items to include in your car’s emergency kit this winter:
Credit: Minnesota Department of Public Safety
Jumper CablesIce Scraper + BrushPortable ShovelFlashlight (with backup batteries)First-Aid KitCell Phone Charger and AdapterPencil & PaperExtra Gloves, Jacket, Hat, Socks, BootsWaterSnacks – granola bars, protein barsHand & Toe WarmersLarge Plastic Garbage BagWhistleSmall Candles with MatchesSwiss Army Knife or other Basic ToolsBag of Sand or Non-Clumping Kitty LitterSleeping Bag or BlanketsRed Bandanna or ClothRoad flares or Reflective Warning TrianglesTowing cables or chain