Posted on 03/25/2015, 10:47 am, by mySteinbach
Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation advises that snow removal crews are out plowing and sanding to keep the 19,000 kilometres of provincial roads safe.
Other points to be aware of:
- plows were out in affected regions as early as 4 a.m.;
- crews will be on highways while adverse weather conditions continue;
- the province has 317 pieces of winter maintenance equipment from sanders;
- drivers are cautioned to be aware of snow-clearing equipment on highways and roads;
- drivers are reminded that all maintenance equipment uses flashing blue warning lights and to stay well back of all equipment;
- drivers are asked to slow down when passing approaching snowplows in operation and not to attempt to pass a plow in operation from behind at any time;
- whether on a highway or in a community, the posted speed limit is intended for ideal road and weather conditions;
- in bad weather or on slippery streets, drivers are requested to slow down; and
- drive for the conditions and get to your destination safely.