Motorists Advised Not To Travel Hwy 16 Near McBride

Saturday, January 28, 2012 10:06 PM

Prince George, BC - While all routes through the Central Interior are reporting a mix of compact snow with slippery sections, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is warning motorists that travel along Highway 16 is not recommended for a 100-kilometre stretch through McBride.

Highway officials are warning of limited visibility, due to blowing snow from approximately 50-kilometres west of the community, to 50-kilometres east. Travel is not recommended unless absolutely necessary.

Another advisory has been issued for Highway 16 west at Houston. Motorists are being cautioned to watch for black ice for a 30-kilometre stretch west of the community to Wakefield Road.

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