Active AlertsYellowhead Pass National Historic Site, AB

A long period of significant snowfall continues over sections of the Icefields Parkway.

Snowfall amounts will be highly variable. At elevations above 1800 m, another 15 to 25 cm can be expected by Saturday evening. The highest accumulations are likely south of Saskatchewan River Crossing.

Snow will taper off to flurries by Saturday night.

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Travel will likely be challenging. Roads and walkways will likely be difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Road closures are possible.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ABstorm@ec.gc.ca, call 1-800-239-0484 or post reports on X using #ABStorm.

Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions. Allow extra time for travel. Take frequent breaks and avoid strain when clearing snow.