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.