Environment Canada (EC) recommends cancelling travel across parts of Manitoba and Saskatchewan on Monday because of gusty winds and heavy snow creating whiteout conditions..“Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in some locations. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead, and be prepared to stop. Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve,” said EC in the advisory.. Winter Storm Nov 28 2022 .There are winter warnings for Manitoba and most of Saskatchewan..The winds and fresh snow will reduce visibility today..The heaviest snow with up to 30 cm is in central Saskatchewan and around Dauphin, Manitoba..Southern Saskatchewan is under a blowing snow advisory, including Regina, Moose Jaw, Swift Current, Estevan, Weyburn, and Assiniboia..EC expects northwesterly winds gusting up to 70 km/h as a low-pressure system travels across the provinces..This afternoon visibility should improve as both the winds and snow will slow down, according to EC..EC recommends avoiding major highways such as the Trans Canada Hwy. and Yellowhead highways because of powerful wind gusts reducing visibility. .“Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Poor weather conditions may contribute to transportation delays,” said EC..“If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance.”.Some roads could be closed because of reduced visibility, whiteouts, and slippery conditions..Coming later this week, the Prairies will cool down with the temperatures going down to -20C.
Environment Canada (EC) recommends cancelling travel across parts of Manitoba and Saskatchewan on Monday because of gusty winds and heavy snow creating whiteout conditions..“Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in some locations. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead, and be prepared to stop. Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve,” said EC in the advisory.. Winter Storm Nov 28 2022 .There are winter warnings for Manitoba and most of Saskatchewan..The winds and fresh snow will reduce visibility today..The heaviest snow with up to 30 cm is in central Saskatchewan and around Dauphin, Manitoba..Southern Saskatchewan is under a blowing snow advisory, including Regina, Moose Jaw, Swift Current, Estevan, Weyburn, and Assiniboia..EC expects northwesterly winds gusting up to 70 km/h as a low-pressure system travels across the provinces..This afternoon visibility should improve as both the winds and snow will slow down, according to EC..EC recommends avoiding major highways such as the Trans Canada Hwy. and Yellowhead highways because of powerful wind gusts reducing visibility. .“Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Poor weather conditions may contribute to transportation delays,” said EC..“If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance.”.Some roads could be closed because of reduced visibility, whiteouts, and slippery conditions..Coming later this week, the Prairies will cool down with the temperatures going down to -20C.
