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Update: Blowing snow caused problems on southeast highways

Travel not recommended south of Carlyle.
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The road conditions report from Highway Hotline as of 7 a.m., with blue indicating Travel Not Recommended and red indicating a highway closure.

SOUTHEAST SASKATCHEWAN - Travel was not recommended on a number of highways in southeast Saskatchewan on Friday.

According to the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure's Highway Hotline, motorists were asked to avoid a number of highways Friday morning and into the afternoon. As of 4 p.m. Friday afternoon, travel was still not recommended on Highway 9 from Carlyle to the junction with Highway 361. 

Other highways in the southeast were listed as covered, partially covered or bare-dry. Visibility was reduced or poor in some areas. 

A blowing snow advisory was in effect for the southeast. 

Drivers are urged to check Highway Hotline for the latest information.

SaskToday.ca will have more details as they become available. 

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