Fog Advisory Ends for Airdrie–Crossfield Area
Environment Canada has lifted the fog advisory previously in place for Rocky View County, including areas near Airdrie and Crossfield. Early Friday morning, the agency warned of near-zero visibility along with a risk of freezing rain during the morning commute.
Travel Conditions and Safety Measures
Motorists were advised that driving conditions could be dangerous in some spots. They were urged to:
- Reduce speed
- Turn on headlights
- Maintain extra distance between vehicles
Visibility and Road Status
At 5 a.m., visibility was reported as poor on:
- Highway 2 between Calgary’s city limits and north of the Highway 2A junction
- Highway 2A between Highway 72 and Township Road 292
Elsewhere, roads were bare and dry.
Weather Outlook
The fog has since cleared. Snow showers were expected to end near noon, followed by a 40% chance of afternoon flurries. Temperatures will drop to zero degrees Celsius, with a morning wind chill near –7.
Environment Canada: "Motorists had been cautioned that travel could be hazardous in some locations and were urged to slow down, turn on headlights, and leave extra space between vehicles."
Summary: The fog advisory for the Airdrie–Crossfield area has ended, but motorists should stay cautious due to variable visibility and a chance of afternoon snow flurries with temperatures dropping to zero.