Special weather statement in effect for Medicine Hat area on Friday, with poor road conditions reported

Apr 24, 2026 | 5:23 AM

A special weather statement from Environment Canada remains in effect for Medicine Hat on Friday.

Road conditions are being reported as poor by 511 Alberta.

At 7 a.m., it showed Highway 41 south of Elkwater to the Alberta border was not recommended for travel.

Areas surrounding Medicine Hat showed partial snow cover on roadways, with ice possible and blowing snow in several areas.

Reports of icy roads and blowing snow were confirmed by a caller travelling in the Bow Island area.

Road condition map from 511 Alberta at 7 a.m. on Friday. (Image Credit: Screenshot: 511 Alberta)

Snowfall and local blowing snow are expected to continue to create challenging travel conditions on Friday.

An accumulation of two to five cm of snowfall is expected throughout the day.

Visibility may be reduced in bands of heavier snow and in local blowing snow, and snow may accumulate rapidly on the roads.

Gusty winds may also push vehicles around while driving.

It is advised to prepare for rapidly changing or deteriorating travel conditions.

If visibility is reduced, it is recommended to turn on your headlights, slow down, and prepare to stop in a safe area.

You can continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada on their website.

by Jesse Gill