Snow and strong wind have created icy road conditions near Brooks, Alta.
In a news release Saturday night, RCMP warn drivers to be cautious on Highway 36 between the Sheerness Power Station and Emerson Bridge.
Earlier in the day, Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning for much of Alberta, including Brooks, in advance of potential snow.
According to 511 Alberta at 10 p.m., Highway 36 was listed as partly snow and ice-covered.
Snowfall is expected to continue into Sunday morning with temperatures well-below seasonal.
As of 10:30 p.m. the temperature in Brooks was -5 C and snow was heavy in the area.
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