Road Reports

An earlier morning multi-vehicle collision Southbound on Deerfoot Trail approaching 64 Avenue Northeast near McKnight Boulevard Northeast has been cleared.

Motorists reported that earlier on Wednesday morning there were heavy delays in the area, with traffic at a standstill in the vicinity.

While the collision is cleared, there may be traffic congestion in the area. 

Today, one of the largest infrastructure undertakings in The City of Calgary's history will be open to traffic. The early opening of the Calgary Road was celebrated yesterday by Premier Danielle Smith as well as other provincial ministers

"I’m proud to announce that the final section was completed on budget and months ahead of schedule," Devin Dreeshen, Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors said. 

A 58-year-old man was the sole fatality of a multi-vehicle collision that occurred on Friday morning on the QEII, North of Airdrie. Mounties said the man was a resident of Fort Saskatchewan.

"Alberta RCMP advises the public that Highway 2 is fully reopened for travel in both directions. RCMP reminds the public to drive to the conditions of the road to avoid collisions," a late news release on Friday stated.

Just before 5 p.m. on Friday, there were reports that the Southbound lanes of the QEII, which had previously been closed for the better part of Friday due to a multi-vehicle collision East of Olds, had re-opened.

Before noon on Friday, RCMP said that traffic has begun slowly moving in the Northbound lanes of the QEII, between Olds and Didsbury, after a multitude of multi-vehicle collisions had occurred. 

There are reports that the QEII headed Southbound at Highway 27 near Olds has now been shut down due to several multi-vehicle collisions in the area.

Another multi-vehicle collision has also been reported on the QEII, Northbound near Township Road 320, three kilometres north of Didsbury. Mounties are imploring motorists to stay off the roads if possible.

"RCMP are currently on scene at multiple collisions between Olds and Didsbury on the QEII. Traffic cannot proceed through this area. Please stay off the Highway," Mounties stated. 

There are reports of a jack-knifed semi-trailer in the median on the QEII, Northbound near Highway 27, East of Olds as well as two more jack-knifed semi-trailers on the QEII, heading Southbound near Highway 582 near Didsbury.

It is being reported that both jack-knifed semis near Didsbury have been moved to the shoulder, however, motorists are asked to exercise caution when driving. 

Motorists are also reporting that the QEII North of Didsbury is very icy and there are several more semis in the ditches, while Southbound QEII appears to be at a complete standstill. 

The current weather in Airdrie and the area is creating conditions where Rudolph's red nose would truly stand out. A thick blanket of fog has settled over the area, prompting a Fog Advisory from Environment Canada.

Near zero visibility freezing fog is occurring. Fog developed overnight and is expected to persist until late this morning. Visibility may be significantly and suddenly reduced to near zero. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.

With the snow anticipated to stop near midnight, along with the drop in temperatures, motorists can expect that driving conditions throughout the evening may change and become hazardous.

Although the QEII Southbound from Airdrie towards Calgary City limits is reported as bare and wet, those who may be travelling North of Airdrie may experience slush and icy sections. Highway 2A towards Carstairs is reported as being slushy and slippery. Motorists may also experience reduced visibility at times.

After a brief closure of the QEII, north of Airdrie due to a multi-vehicle collision, RCMP informed the public the roads were re-opened.

However, Mounties cautioned that there may be residual traffic delays and congestion for some time.

Earlier reports by police indicated that there were minor injuries in the collision. There was no information immediately available as the cause of the collision.

A multi-vehicle collision that occurred earlier on Monday evening has since been cleared.

Earlier, there were reports of a motor vehicle collision on the QEII highway, north of Airdrie, heading Northbound near Highway 2-A.

Airdrie RCMP confirmed there were minor injuries, but did not provide details as to the cause of the collision.