FARGO, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – North Dakota Highway Patrol Troopers in the Fargo area have responded to over 20 crashes and more than 20 calls for vehicles that slid off the roadway in the metro area since 7AM.

No serious injuries have been reported as of 3:00 pm. Roads in the metro area have been icy all day and will continue to be icy tonight and into early Wednesday.

Motorists are urged to slow down and drive according to the road conditions. Motorists should also be aware of ‘black ice’, which is a clear coating of ice on the roadway.

Bridges, overpasses, and shaded areas are especially prone to black ice; please be extremely cautious in these areas.