Snowfall Warning Issued for Highway 93 from Lake Louise to Saskatchewan River Crossing
Environment Canada has issued a yellow snowfall warning for the Icefields Parkway, forecasting up to 15 cm of snow and challenging travel conditions through Tuesday afternoon.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow snowfall warning for sections of the Icefields Parkway. The alert was issued early Tuesday morning and indicates that significant snowfall is expected to impact the region, necessitating caution for those in the area.
Affected Areas
The warning is specifically in effect for Highway 93, covering the stretch from Lake Louise to the Saskatchewan River Crossing.
What You Should Do
Travelers are advised that road conditions will likely be challenging due to the accumulation. Environment Canada recommends that residents and motorists continue to monitor updated alerts and forecasts. To report severe weather, you can email ABstorm@ec.gc.ca, call 1-800-239-0484, or post reports on X using the hashtag #ABStorm.
Expected Conditions
Total snowfall accumulations of approximately 15 cm are expected over sections of the Icefields Parkway. The region will experience periods of heavy snow before the weather begins to taper off.
Timeline
The alert is currently in effect as of February 17, 2026. The heavy snow is expected to taper off by Tuesday afternoon, with the current warning set to expire at 4:32 PM UTC.
Source: ECCC Official Notice