BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Blowing snow causing reduced visibility has prompted the North Dakota Department of Transportation to close Interstate 94 between Dickinson and Mandan.

The department has also issued a no travel advisory for northwest part of the state including areas around Minot, Dickinson, Bismarck, Mandan, Williston, Crosby, Bowbells, Watford City, New Town, and Stanley. The advisory means motorists should not travel due to hazardous conditions.