Snowfall warning predicts dangerous road conditions

Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Airdrie and the surrounding areas.

"A narrow band of heavy snow will move through the area this evening bringing up to 10 centimetres of snow and nearly zero visibility," the warning stated.

Heavy snowfall will taper off this evening.

Motorists are warned that there may be a significant impact on rush-hour traffic in urban areas.

"Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions."

Update: 'Ongoing incident' has shut down part of busy roadway

An incident that occurred in the vicinity of 64 Avenue and 4 Street Northeast that has shut down a portion of the roadway has since been cleared.

Earlier this morning, 64 Avenue between Centre Street and 4 Street was closed; Northbound Centre Street was also closed between Blackthorn Road and 68 Avenue Northeast.

There was a police presence in the area and motorists were encouraged to find an alternate route. 

Update: QEII Southbound stalled due to collision

An earlier motor vehicle collision on Deerfoot Trail Southbound near Stoney Trail Northeast has been cleared. 

Motorists are asked to exercise caution as continued strong wind gusts are making for more hazardous road conditions. The QEII heading towards Calgary City limits is reported to be partly covered in snow with icy sections and icy wheel paths. 

Blowing snow on highways around Airdrie reducing visibility

Strong wind gusts have produced blowing snow on the QEII both Northbound and Southbound around Airdrie.

Motorists are asked to exercise caution as visibility may be reduced in many areas. 

Snowfall will continue until late this afternoon and there may be up to two centimetres of accumulation. The wind will be lightening up near noon, although evening temperatures are expected to be frigid in the windchill. 

Update: Reports of Jack-knifed Semi north of Airdrie

A jack-knife semi-trailer reported North of Crossfield, near Township Road 292 has been cleared.

Motorists are asked to exercise caution as the area may have residual traffic. 

There were no other details on the collision. 

Motorists are reminded that snow on the highways and roads in and around Airdrie may be blowing, and drivers should drive to winter conditions.

UPDATE: Collision near Airdrie library snarls traffic

There were reports that a collision occurred just after noon near the Airdrie Public Library's main entrance off Main Street but has since been cleared.

According to reports, the entrance was blocked off by a vehicle that may have collided with heavy machinery equipment, possibly a backhoe. There was no word on injuries.