Sections of I-90 and I-29 in South Dakota Reopening Thursday Afternoon

UPDATE Thursday (2/23) 2:00 PM

The has ended across South Dakota, but winds are still blowing snow around, so be careful especially outside of town.

But, conditions are improving, the South Dakota Department of Transportation is opening the closed sections of I-90 and I-29 in South Dakota

NEED TO KNOW: Where to Find Sioux Falls Winter Weather Info, Snow Alerts, and Road Reports

Check out SD511.org for road condition information from South Dakota 511. The map gives info on all the major roads in South Dakota and connects you to other states for their conditions.

UPDATE Wednesday (2/22) 3:00 PM

"Travel in rural areas of Minnehaha County is currently close to impossible." - Minnehaha County Sheriff

Roads continue to get worse in and around Sioux Falls Wednesday afternoon. I-90 is closed from Worthington, Minnesota to Mitchell, South Dakota, and I-29 is closed from Sioux Falls north to the border.

Many other roads and highways are becoming impassable as the snow continues to fall and gusty winds blow it around. The Minnehaha County Sherri's office said in a press release Wednesday afternoon that crews are trying to keep up and clear roads, but conditions are making it very difficult. They suggest people stay home.

"If your become stranded you will be facing a potentially life-threatening situation," - Minnehaha County Sheriff

NEED TO KNOW: Where to Find Sioux Falls Winter Weather Info, Snow Alerts, and Road Reports

Check out SD511.org for road condition information from South Dakota 511. The map gives info on all the major roads in South Dakota and connects you to other states for their conditions.

UPDATE Wednesday (2/22) 7:40 AM

Wednesday morning I-29 from the North Dakota state line to Sioux Falls (exit 84) and I-90 from Sioux Falls to Mitchell are closed because of the blizzard.

Travel is not recommended Wednesday.

In anticipation of a coming winter storm, Interstate 29 will close Tuesday evening at 10:00 PM from Sioux Falls north to Brookings. Interstate 90 from Sioux Falls to Mitchell will also close at 10:00 PM.

The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) says to expect more road closures in eastern South Dakota on Wednesday and Thursday.

A Blizzard Warning has been issued for Wednesday and Thursday.

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According to the SDDOT, these closures are planned for Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023:

• Interstate 29 (northbound and southbound) will be closed from the North Dakota state line to Brookings at 8 p.m.
• Interstate 29 (northbound and southbound) will be closed from Brookings (exit 132) to Sioux Falls (exit 84) at 10 p.m.
• Interstate 90 (eastbound and westbound) will be closed from Sioux Falls (exit 395) to Mitchell (exit 332) at 10 p.m.

"No Travel Advisories are also expected to be placed on secondary highways throughout South Dakota due to high winds, blowing snow, and low visibilities associated with this winter storm system. Motorists should not use secondary highways to avoid Interstate closures," SDDOT said.

Significantly reduced visibility, blizzard-like conditions, and extreme wind chills will make travel very dangerous.

NEED TO KNOW: Where to Find Sioux Falls Winter Weather Info, Snow Alerts, and Road Reports

Check out SD511.org for road condition information from South Dakota 511. The map gives info on all the major roads in South Dakota and connects you to other states for their conditions.