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The blizzard is just one reason behind the operational meltdown at Southwest Airlines

The blizzard is just one reason behind the operational meltdown at Southwest Airlines

Southwest isn't the only airline experiencing delays and cancellations, but it is by far the worst-hit, with about 5,500 of its flights canceled across the country in the last two days.
by Scott Neuman, Jennifer Ludden and MPR News Staff

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Winter storm update: Rescues reported as blizzard conditions bury highways in parts of Minnesota

Winter storm update: Rescues reported as blizzard conditions bury highways in parts of Minnesota

There were reports of stalled and stranded vehicles blocking highways in southwest Minnesota, with authorities having to rescue drivers amid blizzard conditions. Gov. Tim Walz issued an executive order to provide National Guard assistance for stranded motorists. 
by Andrew Krueger

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Winter storm updates: Big winds, bitter cold mess with travel, schools, life

Winter storm updates: Big winds, bitter cold mess with travel, schools, life

State transportation officials issued a no-travel advisory for a wide swath of southcentral and southwest Minnesota on Thursday night, including the overnight closure of many state highways, as blizzard conditions swept into the region.
by Andrew Krueger

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Updates: Travelers, schools affected as winter storm blankets Minnesota

Updates: Travelers, schools affected as winter storm blankets Minnesota

City, county and state plow crews were preparing for long shifts to clear highways across Minnesota. Many school districts canceled classes or announced they'll release students early. And utility companies were bracing for another round of possible power outages.
by MPR News Staff

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