SASKATCHEWAN – Saskatchewan RCMP is advising the public on March 28 that winter weather continues to impact road conditions throughout Saskatchewan.
Saskatchewan RCMP has received six reports of jack-knifed semis in the Hanley and Kenaston areas. Officers are currently at the scenes of these incidents and ask the public to avoid unnecessary travel in the area, particularly between Dundurn and Bladworth. No injuries have been reported to police at this time.
Other areas reporting reduced road conditions include Prince Albert and east of Saskatoon.
The following factors are impacting road conditions and/or visibility throughout the province:
- Ice
- Snow-covered lanes
- Drifting and blowing snow
It is important to remember that weather and road conditions can change at any time. Before travelling, check the weather and road conditions along your route. If poor weather or road conditions exist or are forecasted, consider delaying travel if possible. If travel is necessary, stay on roads that have recently received road maintenance. Travellers can access information on road conditions and track which roads have been plowed, salted, and/or sanded within the last two hours at hotline.gov.sk.ca/map
Saskatchewan RCMP remind the public to avoid calling 911 or local RCMP detachments for updates on road conditions. Calling 911 must be reserved for emergencies and crimes in progress, and using it in non-emergent situations could prevent someone with a life-threatening emergency from getting help.
For more information on how to prepare for winter driving, visit here.
