Blowing snow advisory

Winter Chaos: Blowing Snow Advisory Hits Southern Manitoba

Blowing snow advisory issued for Winnipeg and Red River Valley has commuters struggling with hazardous traveling conditions. Find out more!

A blowing snow advisory has been issued for the City of Winnipeg and parts of southern Manitoba, warning of reduced visibility and hazardous travel conditions. The fresh snowfall combined with strong winds has made commuting challenging in the region. Environment Canada has specifically highlighted the city of Winnipeg, the Red River Valley, and the Interlake areas as being at risk.

The blowing snow advisory, which was in effect until recently, resulted in cancellations and warnings against travel in central Saskatchewan due to winter storm and snowfall concerns. School closures and travel advisories were initiated to ensure public safety. The hazardous driving conditions caused by the blowing snow have raised alarms among residents and authorities.

With strong northwesterly winds gusting up to 70 km/h persisting through much of the day, driving remains treacherous in some areas affected by blowing snow. The situation is expected to improve as the wind eases up in the afternoon. Visibility has been significantly reduced, particularly in open areas with the blowing snow creating additional challenges for commuters.

In southeastern Manitoba, Highway 52 from Labroquerie was impacted by the blowing snow, leading to cancellations and warnings for the region. Parts of Southern Manitoba, including the Red River Valley, were under the blowing snow advisory, exacerbating the already hazardous driving conditions. Travel advisories and updates on highway conditions have been critical for residents navigating the winter chaos.