Update: Overturned semi stalls traffic north of Airdrie as icy roads cause crashes across region
A previously semi-trailer overturned Tuesday morning on the QEII just north of Airdrie has been cleared.
The crash was previously reported around 8:43 a.m. near Township Road 274, between Airdrie and Crossfield, according to 511 Alberta. Emergency crews responded, with southbound traffic facing congestion, delays and lane restrictions.
Calgary police issued a public advisory earlier in the day, warning of “extremely icy road conditions” throughout the city and urging drivers to use alternate routes and allow extra travel time.
RCMP, Calgary police issue separate road warnings as ice hits QEII, Calgary streets
Calgary police are warning drivers to expect delays and use extreme caution Tuesday morning, after icy conditions triggered multiple crashes across the city — including on Deerfoot Trail and Stoney Trail.
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QEII north of Airdrie reopens after late-night shutdown
The QEII northbound reopened before 3 a.m. Tuesday, after a jackknifed semi shut it down for several hours between Township Road 294 and Carstairs. Didsbury RCMP warned of icy conditions and urged drivers to avoid unnecessary travel at the time of the incident.
Update: Cochrane RCMP respond to semi rollover on Hwy 1; expect delays
RCMP said that eastbound traffic on Highway 1 west of Jumping Pound Road slowed to a crawl Tuesday after a semi truck rolled over.
Update: EB Hwy 1 near Jumping Pound - Overturned semi trailer incident is now clear. (12:25pm) #ABRoads https://t.co/hUCiFiXv2M
Path detoured, lanes down, sweepers incoming: Airdrie’s spring work begins
Roadwork, pathway repairs and street sweeping are all underway as spring maintenance season ramps up across Airdrie and Rocky View County.
According to the City of Airdrie's website, repairs to a pedestrian bridge in Nose Creek Park are slated to begin today. While the work is underway, path access through the area will be closed until Sept. 1. Detours will be in place along the pathway system to route pedestrians around the work zone.
April on Airdrie roads: lane closures, street sweepers and RV parking rules
Lane closures, pathway disruptions, the hum of street sweepers and the scramble for RV parking space—April is shaping up to be a busy month on Airdrie roads.
The first impact is already underway. As of April 1, pathways in the Stonegate neighbourhood are experiencing intermittent closures to allow for dry pond rehabilitation. Meanwhile, Range Road 291 will face temporary, intermittent lane closures between now and April 28 to make way for subdivision construction.
Update: Crashes, slush and ice: Calgary’s roads a mess for Airdrie commuters
Multiple traffic incidents across Calgary, amid winter road conditions on key commuter routes, slowed Airdrie drivers Thursday morning.
Southbound 14 Street at Stoney Trail NW was affected by a traffic incident. On the northeast side, a collision blocked the left lane on eastbound Airport Trail at 60 Street NE. Further west, a separate incident blocked the right lane on northbound Stoney Trail at McKnight Boulevard NE.
Snowfall warning skips Airdrie —but roads don't care
Drivers heading in and out of Airdrie can expect winter driving conditions again this morning, with snow-covered lanes, icy shoulders, and slippery conditions on major routes on Wednesday after overnight snowfall blanketed the region.
The QEII from the Calgary city limits to north of the Highway 2A junction was partly covered in snow, with Alberta 511 reporting slush, icy wheel paths and good visibility. Secondary conditions included icy sections and snow on the shoulder.
Inside Airdrie and south toward Calgary, conditions remained slick.
Update: Another jackknifed semi blocks QEII near Carstairs
A semi-trailer jackknifed on the QEII between Highway 2A and Highway 581 Wednesday morning has been cleared.
Two earlier incidents on the northbound QEII near the same junction were cleared earlier in the morning. A semi jackknifed just south of Highway 581 around 7:02 a.m., with a follow-up update at 7:35 a.m. confirming the vehicle had been cleared.
UPDATE: Hazardous highway conditions and collision in Airdrie
Snow, ice, and slush have created dangerous driving conditions in and around Airdrie on Wednesday morning, leading to collisions and travel delays.
Emergency crews responded to a crash on Edmonton Trail near Third Avenue. Airdrie Fire and EMS were on scene, but there were no immediate details on injuries or the number of vehicles involved. The scene is now clear.
Stoney Trail N.W. was closed southbound from Crowchild Trail and Scenic Acres View N.W. to Nose Hill Drive. An early morning fatal vehicle collision led to the road closure for an investigation.