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Big storm, big chill, crimp Christmas shopping plans on the Prairies
Blizzard-like conditions have a grip on many parts of Alberta and are bearing down on Saskatchewan as a massive storm system begins a long trek across the Prairies.
Storm warnings are out for many areas as the system packs a combination of heavy snow and, in some cases, freezing drizzle.
Several flights at the Calgary and Edmonton airports have been cancelled, while Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi is asking employers to consider allowing people to work from home to keep drivers off the streets.
A number of schools in southern Alberta have cancelled classes because of treacherous road conditions.
Southern Saskatchewan could get anywhere from 10 to 25 centimetres of snow, with travel not recommended on the Trans-Canada Highway from Swift Current west to the Alberta boundary.
Environment Canada says frigid temperatures will follow the system, with daytime highs in the minus 20 and colder range. (CHQR, CHED, CJME, The Canadian Press)
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