Deer Shelter Under Trees During Minnesota Blizzard

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A winter storm swept across western Minnesota on Wednesday, February 22, prompting the National Weather Service (NWS) to issue a warning for “near impossible” travel conditions.

Video recorded by Carol Bauer shows deer caught in the snow and whiteout driving conditions near Graceville, Minnesota.

A blizzard warning was in place for Traverse and Big Stone County through Wednesday, with the NWS warning continued snowfall into Thursday. Credit: Carol Bauer via Storyful

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