A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Drayton Valley and much of the surrounding area, including Brazeau County, Breton, and the capital region.
According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), the first significant snowfall of the year is expected.
Meterologists say a long duration snowfall event is expected through parts of central Alberta beginning Tuesday evening and persisting until Thursday morning. Total snowfall amounts may reach 15 cm.
Motorists are encouraged to allow extra time for travel and prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating road conditions. A significant impact on rush hour traffic is expected.
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 social media using #ABStorm.
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