Bassano RCMP say Highway 1 east of Calgary has reopened after being temporarily closed due to a semi fire during a spring snowstorm.
Police had earlier advised against non-essential travel, saying heavy smoke from a semi on fire in the eastbound lanes just east of Bassano made the highway impassable.
Traffic had been diverted at Range Roads 184 and 175 while emergency crews responded.
RCMP now say the scene is clear and traffic is moving through the area.
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In an earlier update, 511 Alberta said: “RCMP are advising of very poor travel conditions (icy roads and limited visibility) on Hwy1 btwn Calgary and Bassano. Postpone unnecessary travel until conditions improve.”
RCMP are advising of very poor travel conditions (icy roads and limited visibility) on Hwy1 btwn Calgary and Bassano. Postpone unnecessary travel until conditions improve. (7:59am) #ABRoads #ABStorm #yyctraffic
— 511 Alberta (@511Alberta) April 16, 2026
Calgary police are also urging drivers to use caution as conditions deteriorate.
In a social media post, the Calgary Police Service said: “We are advising Calgarians to practice extra caution & patience while driving on the snowy roads today.”
Police added: “As emergency crews respond to collisions, we are reminding motorists that if an emergency vehicle is stopped with its lights flashing, you must slow down to 60 km/h (or the posted limit if lower) & move over to another lane whenever possible.”
Conditions along the QEII corridor through Calgary and Airdrie also continue to be hazardous.
511 Alberta reports Highway 2 from the Calgary city limits to north of the junction with Highway 2A is snow-covered, with blowing snow, strong winds, icy sections and black ice.
Highway 2A between Highway 72 and Township Road 292 is also reported as snow-covered with blowing snow, strong winds and icy sections, while within Calgary, Highway 2 between 16 Avenue N.E. and Beddington Trail is experiencing drifting snow and slippery conditions.
A snowfall warning remains in effect for Rocky View County near Airdrie and Crossfield.
Environment Canada says “heavy snow will continue today, with total amounts of 15 to 30 cm,” adding poor visibility from blowing snow will persist into the morning before conditions begin to ease later in the day.
The agency warns travel will likely be challenging, with reduced visibility and the potential for road closures, and advises drivers to allow extra time, use headlights and maintain a safe following distance.
The local forecast calls for snow ending later Thursday, with clearing conditions expected into Friday.
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