Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure has issued a Hazardous Road Conditions Alert due to high winds and blizzard-like conditions.
They are asking motorists to avoid driving on all roadways in southern Manitoba as conditions are worsening and visibility is near zero with multiple highways being closed.
You are encouraged to watch and listen for more updates, and to take all necessary precautions to stay safe.
Up-to-date information can be found at www.manitoba511.ca
All highways into and out of Dauphin are currently closed, while Highway 16 from Russell to Portage and Highway 1 from Brandon to the Ontario border are also closed.
