The Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Saskatchewan are urging extreme caution on the roads after responding to multiple collisions caused by treacherous winter conditions. Icy pavement and significant blowing snow have created hazardous driving situations across the region, particularly on major highways.
Dangerous Conditions on Highway 11
As of 4:15 p.m. on December 19, 2025, a specific warning was issued for Highway 11 at Davidson. Authorities reported that the area was experiencing intense blowing snow, leading to dramatically reduced visibility for motorists. The combination of ice and snow squalls makes vehicle control difficult and increases stopping distances exponentially.
RCMP Response and Public Advisory
While the exact number of vehicles involved was not specified, the RCMP confirmed they are dealing with multiple collision reports. Police are on scene managing traffic and assisting those involved. The primary cause is attributed to the rapidly deteriorating weather, which has coated roads in ice and created near-whiteout conditions in some corridors due to high winds.
The RCMP's public advisory emphasizes the following critical points for drivers:
- Reduce speed significantly below posted limits.
- Increase following distance to at least 8-10 seconds.
- Ensure headlights and taillights are on for visibility.
- Avoid non-essential travel until conditions improve.
Staying Informed on Road Conditions
Drivers are strongly advised to check the Saskatchewan Highway Hotline for real-time updates on road closures, restrictions, and weather-related warnings before embarking on any journey. The situation remains fluid, and conditions can change rapidly with passing snow bands and dropping temperatures.
This series of incidents serves as a stark reminder of the severe risks posed by prairie winter weather. The RCMP reiterates that the safest decision during such extreme conditions is often to delay travel until maintenance crews can improve roadways and visibility increases.
