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1. • • Road blockages, sudden storms, ground drifting and whiteout conditions preventing travel and road maintenance can occur in sub-zero temperatures. Passing or meeting vehicles should be done with great care because swirling snow can reduce visibility. It is recommended that freight haul commence as soon as a section opens.
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   Why are Manitoba roads closed in winter?

   • Weather and highway conditions are factors in their decision to close any road due to unsafe conditions. RCMP work with Manitoba 511 to communicate that information to the public. All Manitoba roads are grouped into one of the following three levels for winter operations: Level 1 Major Routes.

   Winter Driving - What You Should Know - Province of Manitoba

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   What happens if Highway 1 is closed in Manitoba?

   • Aaron Dolyniuk, president of the Manitoba Trucking Association, told CBC News that each time there's a closure on Highway 1 — which spans about 490 kilometres across Manitoba — there's a hit to the economy. "It grinds to a halt," Dolyniuk said. That impact isn't just to truckers' time.

   Winter highway closures cost the Manitoba economy millions. Work is

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   What is a winter road system in Manitoba?

   • Winter road systems in Manitoba are temporary routes to remote northern communities. In many respects, they are lifelines for northern residents. Used short periods each winter, they allow people in isolated communities to buy fuel, building materials and food supplies they need to last an entire year.

   Winter Roads in Manitoba | Transportation and Infrastructure | Province

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   Could work on Manitoba's busiest east-west corridor help reduce highway closures?

   • (Jaison Empson/CBC) As winter bears down on Manitoba, highway closures are inevitable. Those closures — especially on the Trans-Canada Highway — can cost the Manitoba economy millions of dollars. But work happening along the province's busiest east-west corridor could help mitigate highway closures, while also helping the environment.

   Winter highway closures cost the Manitoba economy millions. Work is

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   What does Manitoba transportation & infrastructure (MTI) do?

   • Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure (MTI) works with the RCMP on road closures and reopenings. MTI maintains the 19,000-kilometre provincial highway system. Road conditions depend on the changing weather. About 400 staff operate out of 46 maintenance yards across the province, and each yard has designated highways to maintain.

   Winter Driving - What You Should Know - Province of Manitoba

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   How do I check road conditions in Manitoba?

   • Road information is updated regularly. However, due to unexpected changes in the weather, actual road conditions may vary from the reports. You can keep up to date by visiting the websites, downloading the Manitoba 511 app, following MBGovRoads on X (Twitter) or calling 511 (toll-free).

   Manitoba 511 - Road and Traveller Information - Province of Manitoba

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   The RCMP assesses weather and highway conditions and makes the decision to close any road due to unsafe conditions and when it is safe to reopen. Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure (MTI) works with the RCMP on road closures and reopenings.

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   Extreme changes in temperature have been evident in previous winter road seasons and the number of days a section remains open have been reduced. Please take this into account when scheduling your trip or loads as immediate, early or permanent road closures could be a possibility.

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   Travel is not permitted on any closed winter road or for temperatures of -5 o C or milder. Prior to all travel on the Winter Road System, carriers must consult Manitoba Weather Conditions at http://weather.gc.ca/forecast/canada/index_e.html?id=MB and Manitoba Road Conditions on the website at https://www.manitoba511.ca/en/ or by calling Highway ...

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   The RCMP assesses weather and highway conditions and makes the decision to close any road due to unsafe conditions and when it is safe to reopen. Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure (MTI) works with the RCMP on road closures and reopenings.

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   Winter road systems in Manitoba are temporary routes to remote northern communities. In many respects, they are lifelines for northern residents. Used short periods each winter, they allow people in isolated communities to buy fuel, building materials and food supplies they need to last an entire year. Manitoba 511.

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   Jan 22, 2024 · The Manitoba Trucking Association analyzed Highway 1 closures during the winter of 2021-22, and found five such weather-related closures west of Winnipeg cost operators a combined $3.2...

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    Route maps, safety information and road conditions are available on the website at https://www.manitoba511.ca/en/. Please call Highway Information Services at 204-945-3704 or Toll Free 1-877-627-6237 for a recorded announcement of Winter Road conditions.