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By Ronald Quaroni

Snow Deposit

Fresh flurries: Snow continues to fly

Oct 28, 2019 | 12:08 PM

Prince Albert motorists will continue their battle with snow to start the week but Environment Canada said they are not alone.

Snow is blanketing much of the province with amounts being reported in the local area; Prince Albert (1-2 cm), Holbein (3.8 cm) and Christopher Lake (2.5 cm).

“When everything is said and done, when the snow tapers off on Tuesday, Prince Albert could get upwards of five or six centimeters of snow,” Meteorologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada, Terri Lang predicted. “[After Tuesday], there will be a bit of a break. Maybe more light snow on Thursday, another break then it looks like more snow on Sunday. It’s that time of year now.”

Meanwhile, temperatures are expected to stay well below normal in the short-term.

Daytime highs will stay close to -5 C till Wednesday. Tuesday evening will be especially bitter with a low of -15 C.

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“It’s a little depressing to think about, to have snow on the ground this early heading into November, but it looks like its here to stay,” Lang said.

For the city, it’s business as usual.

Roadways Manger Brent Kennedy said crews are busy sanding main arterial routes. Once that is complete, they will move to residential areas.

Kennedy expects the snow and ice that has accumulated on top of leaves should not pose a problem with drainage come springtime.

In light of the snow, SGI took time to post some winter-driving warnings on social media.

Tips included keeping your vehicle clear of snow, including hood and windshield. To ensure other drivers can see you, clean off headlights, taillights and license plate. When on the road drivers should maintain a safe distance between other vehicles and avoid using cruise control. Motorists should also avoid locking up their brakes. If your vehicle is in a skid, remove your foot from the pedal, steadily brake, look where you want to go and steer in that direction.

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Ron.quaroni@jpbg.ca

Twitter: @RonaldQuaroni