Snowfall Warning Issued for M.D. of Bighorn Near Ghost River Wilderness
Environment Canada has issued a yellow snowfall warning for the M.D. of Bighorn, forecasting up to 30 cm of snow and challenging travel conditions through Saturday morning.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow snowfall warning for the M.D. of Bighorn region. This alert is currently in effect as heavy snow continues to impact the area.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic focus of this alert is the M.D. of Bighorn near the Ghost River Wilderness.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are advised to monitor updated alerts and forecasts from Environment Canada. Travel is expected to be challenging due to snow accumulation and reduced visibility. 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
Heavy snowfall is expected to produce total accumulations ranging from 15 to 30 cm. Visibility will likely be reduced at times during the event, creating hazardous driving conditions.
Timeline
The snowfall is expected to taper off by Saturday morning. The current alert was issued on February 28, 2026, and is scheduled to expire at 14:01 UTC.
Source: ECCC Official Notice