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We all know to well how dangerous the roads can be in Minnesota in the winter, but we are far from the worst in the United States.

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With all the snow we have and the chance of at least one inch of rain predicted through tomorrow streets in the Twin Ports are very vulnerable to flood, so storm drains need to be clear.

Mother Nature has let us have it in the Northland the last few weeks and some sidewalks and even streets are still rather treacherous. Here a few steps to keep you upright.

Want to really feel like a part of the Minnesota Wild Hockey team out on the ice? Well you can contribute to the actual ice.

The warmer weather may be coming soon, but winter will rear it's ugly ahead again and this is a good reminder.

For snowmobile enthusiasts anxious to get out on the frozen lakes they are warned to steer clear for now or risk falling through the ice.

Derrick Kvam of Morris Minnesota was out this past weekend with a friend and his dad when he noticed the young deer out on the ice and realized he was stuck.

After a snowstorm, it's all too common to see vehicles cruising the highways with their windows cleaned off but snow piled high on the roof of the vehicle. While some might think it's no big deal, it can be hazardous.

I don't know about any of you, but the Ice Storm we had a few weeks ago has really done me in, I have fallen four times already this winter. That is more than I have in 5 years all with in about 2 months of each other. Well it seems cats and dogs are not immune either.

The National Weather Service has issued a freezing rain advisory until noon today for the area for light icing from near-freezing temperatures and light rainfall this morning. Roadways may become icy, so drive with caution. Here are the details from the National Weather Service:

Snow shoveling is one of the dreaded aspects of wintertime in the Twin Ports. This year has been particularly challenging with the Christmas ice storm that left a mess still visible on many sidewalks, driveways, and roads around the area. Being we're expecting a brief warm-up, now is a good time to make efforts to make sure sidewalks along your property are as clean and safe as possible.