Road Reports

The QEII Highway was shut down overnight and into Saturday morning after a multi-vehicle collision involving a tanker truck near Township Road 362, just north of Innisfail.

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A multi-vehicle collision involving a tanker truck on Friday afternoon previously shut down the QEII Highway in both directions near Township Road 362, just north of Innisfail. However, as of Saturday morning, the northbound lanes had reopened and just before 11 a.m., both the southbound and northbound lanes had fully re-opened.

A motor vehicle collision on the Queen Elizabeth II Highway (QEII) southbound lanes east of Crossfield has been cleared.

Drivers were previously warned of lane closures, no-passing zones, and significant traffic congestion. 

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A previous collision heading northbound on Eastlake Boulevard has been cleared. 

Despite the snow tapering off on Wednesday night, the frigid temperatures have made roads slick - especially at intersections. Motorists are urged to drive to conditions. 

Earlier this morning, a collision occurred on the 40 Avenue Overpass, which has since been cleared.

Meanwhile, more than 600 collisions have been reported in Calgary since Monday morning, prompting police to remind drivers to adjust to winter conditions.

Airdrie residents planning to visit Kananaskis in June will face major closures and restrictions as the region is locked down for the 2025 G7 Leaders' Summit, which will take place from June 15 to 17.

The RCMP's Integrated Safety and Security Group will implement strict security measures, including a controlled access zone, roadblocks, and a heavy police presence. Some closures will start as early as March and extend into July.

What will be closed

An earlier morning collision snarled traffic for Airdrie motorists on Thursday morning has been cleared.

According to motorist reports, the collision occurred in the eastbound lane on the 40 Avenue Overpass heading towards Airdrie.

Motorists are asked to exercise caution as the snowfall of the past days has made roads slick, especially on bridge decks, overpasses, and on and off ramps. 

Airdrie motorists heading north and south on the QEII should prepare for another evening of winter driving. Snow continues into the evening, leaving icy sections and reduced visibility in some areas.

Blowing snow and slippery conditions are reported along the route, with ice buildup on shoulders and wheel paths. While primary lanes remain mostly bare and dry, patches of ice and drifting snow may cause sudden changes in traction. 

Airdrie motorists navigating the QEII both south and north of Airdrie will have to prepare for winter driving today as snowfall, ice, and frigid temperatures grip the region.

511 Alberta is reporting snow-covered highways across Central Alberta this morning.

There is also blowing snow and slippery sections.

There have been reports of limited visibility in some areas.

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Central Alberta can expect periods of light snow today with a high of 23. The wind chill will be minus 36 this morning and minus 31 this afternoon. There is a risk of frostbite.

The Calgary Police Service (CPS) has released its February photo radar locations list. Enforcement efforts will focus on high-traffic areas and construction zones where workers are present.