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Bad weather causes 24 reported collisions in southern Alberta

Treacherous road conditions brought on by Mother Nature led to multiple collisions across the province.

On Thursday, January 16, the Alberta RCMP issued warnings for drivers to stay off the road if they could, due to the conditions caused by strong wind gusts and snow.

The RCMP says members responded to numerous reports of collisions all over Alberta from 12 p.m. on Thursday to 8 a.m. on Friday, January 17.

In all, 149 incidents were reported, including 24 in southern Alberta. Those resulted in one injury and 23 instances of property damage.

Mounties stress that when it is advised to not travel, drivers should take that advice if they can. “You are not only putting your own life at risk, but also risking other lives, including all first responders. Please drive responsibly and safely,” the RCMP says in a news release.

The Alberta RCMP says it anticipates more collisions will be reported in the next few days.

Stan Ashbee
Stan Ashbee
Stan Ashbee is a news reporter, entertainment journalist, singer, songwriter, guitarist, poet and dad. Stan has been with Vista Radio and My Lethbridge Now since January 2024. Prior to working in radio, Stan was a managing editor and journalist for several southern Alberta newspapers and online publications for over 15 years. He was also a mobile DJ/host for over 20 years.
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