A powerful winter storm has struck Minnesota and the Upper Midwest on Sunday, December 28, 2025, bringing heavy snow, strong winds and hazardous conditions that are now affecting travel and daily life across the region. CBS News+1
Winter Weather Alerts and Conditions
Meteorologists say the winter storm has already brought significant snow accumulations and blizzard conditions in parts of central Minnesota, with winter storm warnings and blizzard warnings in effect into early Monday morning. Forecasts show snowfall that may reach up to 8 inches or more by Monday in some areas, combined with strong northwest winds that could lead to white-out conditions and blowing snow. CBS News+1
The Twin Cities metro area, including Minneapolis and St. Paul, is under winter weather alerts, and travel is being widely discouraged due to hazardous roads and low visibility. CBS News
Snow Emergency Declared in Minneapolis
The city of Minneapolis has officially declared a snow emergency, activating special parking and travel rules to help plough crews clear major roads and maintain access during the storm. CBS News
Officials are urging drivers to avoid non-essential travel and to follow local guidance on snow routes and vehicle restrictions.
Holiday Travel Disruptions
The storm is already impacting holiday travel across the United States. Tens of thousands of flights have been delayed or cancelled at major airports as winter weather continues to spread across the northern states. Although the most severe impacts are centred in the Midwest and Great Lakes region, travel disruptions have also been reported in other major hubs due to snow, ice and heavy winds. CBS News+1
Wider Weather Pattern
Weather services warn that this system is part of a larger winter weather pattern affecting a broad swath of the U.S. — from the Upper Midwest into the Northeast — and could continue to influence travel and conditions into early next week. AP News
What This Means for Travelers
For HomesGoFast audiences and international property travellers:
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U.S. holiday flights may see ongoing delays — especially around key Midwest hubs like Minneapolis-St. Paul. CBS News
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Road travel is hazardous — especially outside major metro areas with snow-covered highways and reduced visibility.
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Property travellers heading to the Upper Midwest or across the northern U.S. should monitor forecasts closely and consider flexible travel arrangements until conditions improve. AP News
Sources
• Major storm live updates — CBS Minnesota / NEXT Weather Alert (Dec 28, 2025) CBS News
• Winter storm and blizzard warnings — FOX 9 Weather (Dec 27, 2025) FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
• U.S. travel disruptions from winter weather — CBS News national coverage CBS News
• Flight delays & cancellations report — FlightAware and travel data The Sun
• Broader winter storm impact across U.S. — AP News AP News
