The weather is making for some treacherous conditions around the province.
Alberta RCMP is strongly advising motorists not to travel on Highway 2 from Edmonton to Calgary due to whiteout conditions. They say highways are extremely slippery, and visibility is very poor.
They’re also recommending towing vehicles not go out from Leduc to Olds on Highway 2 due to whiteout conditions.
Just after 8 p.m. Friday, RCMP alerted the public of the following road closure:
Meanwhile, in Calgary, a flash freeze warning has been issued by Environment Canada, with a fast-moving cold front set to sweep across southern Alberta starting Friday night.
It’s forecast to bring frigid temperatures, snow and strong winds. As a result, there could be zero visibility at some point, especially in exposed areas and along highways.
Global News’ weather specialist Carla Bosacki says temperatures are expected to plummet to -18 degrees, and Calgary should see about 4 cm of snow.
The problems don’t end there. Global viewer Olivia Dawn Ward described Highway 2 between Slave Lake and Edmonton as “horrific,” sending the following picture:
Elsewhere, there are blowing snow and snowfall warnings in effect. Drivers are also being urged to avoid some southern Alberta highways, due to extremely windy conditions.
A number of semi-trailers blew over on Highway 22 on Friday, blocking the road about 20 kilometers north of Highway 3.
Those who do need to travel south should use alternate routes.
For up to the minute conditions, download the free SkyTracker app and follow @511Alberta on Twitter for road updates.
With files from Tamara Elliott, Global News
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