Winter storm wallops Saskatchewan | The Star Phoenix

For the second time in less than a week, a major snowstorm blanketed much of Saskatchewan.

Snow has continued to fall across much of Saskatchewan on Sunday, creating beautiful landscapes and hazardous road conditions.

On Sunday afternoon, Saskatchewan drivers were advised to think twice about getting on the roads and consider rescheduling any non-essential trips, as travel was not recommended on many of the province’s highways — including a long swathe of Highway 11 between Kenaston and Davidson, as well as nearly every major highway to the northeast of Saskatoon.

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For the second time in less than a week, a major snowstorm blanketed much of Saskatchewan. Photo by Michelle Berg/Saskatoon StarPhoe /Saskatoon StarPhoenix

In both Saskatoon and Regina, city crews were out in full force throughout the weekend, and snow routes were in effect.

“Even with the use of de-icing material, extra moisture can cause slippery conditions during peak driving times, especially on bridges where ice particles may be in the air above the river,” the City of Saskatoon advised residents on Sunday, after 20 cm of snow had already fallen on the city since Saturday. “Be aware of changing weather that can affect road and sidewalk conditions (and) watch for blue and amber flashing lights on snow maintenance equipment.”

On Sunday morning, Saskatoon Transit put out a PSA noting that — while busses were still running during the storm — riders could expect delays of 20 minutes or longer, and bus operators might be stopping in the driving lane rather than pulling into bus stops to avoid getting stuck in snowdrifts.

Regina Transit was also “experiencing substantial delays” throughout the day on Sunday.

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