Road Reports

Airdrie commuters may experience another wintery blast this weekend, with temperatures plunging to minus 27 C by Sunday night. Environment Canada meteorologists have already warned of potentially dangerous travel conditions on the QEII corridor, such as extreme cold, snowfall, and the possibility of wind threatening to make roads treacherous.

At the same time, Calgary police are raising alarms over a surge in fatal collisions, with dangerous road conditions, reckless driving, and pedestrian fatalities pushing the numbers to their highest level in over a decade.

A previous single single-vehicle incident on the 40th Avenue Overpass has been cleared. 

Earlier this morning, Airdrie motorists noted that a tow truck and two police vehicles were on the scene, addressing what appeared to be a stalled vehicle on the exit ramp to southbound QEII.

No further details are available at this time. Drivers were advised to proceed with caution and expect minor disruptions.

The debris previously strewn on the QEII, northbound near CrossIron Drive, has been cleared.

Motorists were previously advised to be prepared to stop. Traffic congestion was also affecting the area.

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A collision reported by Airdrie motorists that occurred earlier this evening, southbound on the QEII Highway, just past Veterans Boulevard/Highway 567 has been cleared.

There are limited details on the collision at this time.

Earlier this evening, Mounties warned drivers of hazardous road conditions across southern Alberta, particularly along highways between Airdrie and Red Deer, including Olds and Bowden. Black ice and severe winds create dangerous driving conditions, with limited stopping ability over short distances.

In southern Alberta, RCMP warns drivers about hazardous road conditions, particularly along highways from Airdrie to Red Deer, including Olds and Bowden.

Black ice and severe winds are making roads treacherous, with limited stopping ability over short distances. Drivers are urged to reduce speeds, drive cautiously, and avoid non-essential travel until conditions improve.

Stoney Trail at Country Hills Boulevard NW in Calgary has re-opened in all directions following a police incident.

Update: Stoney Tr at Country Hills Blvd NW, Calgary - OPEN from previous police incident. (4:30pm)#ABRoads #yyctraffic https://t.co/QwsQBGvTLk

RCMP in Central Alberta has lifted all tow bans that were previously in place due to extreme weather conditions. While towing services have resumed, road conditions in some areas may still pose challenges for drivers. Authorities are urging motorists to remain cautious.

This update follows the RCMP's travel advisory issued yesterday evening warning of extremely poor driving conditions along the Highway 2 corridor between Edmonton and Calgary.

Airdrie drivers should be prepared for hazardous road conditions if travelling north on the QEII this evening.

Road conditions on the QEII north of Airdrie, between the Junction with Highway 2A and south of Bowden, are partly snow-covered. Drifting snow and strong winds create bare wheel paths. While visibility remains good, slippery patches and reduced traction are possible, so drivers should stay vigilant and adjust their speed accordingly.

The blowing snow advisory has ended.

Late on Friday evening, residents in Airdrie and Crossfield were warned to prepare for hazardous travel conditions as Environment Canada issued a blowing snow advisory.

Alberta RCMP are urging motorists to stay off the roads as treacherous driving conditions caused by bad weather led to numerous motor vehicle collisions across the province yesterday evening.

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RCMP are stressing the importance of following travel advisories and staying off the roads when conditions are hazardous.