Heavy snowfall and high winds expected across northern and southern Alberta through Tuesday

Northern and southeastern Alberta are bracing for significant winter weather as a fast-moving system pushes across the province. Environment Canada says communities throughout the Peace Region, including Grande Prairie and areas near Athabasca, could receive 15 to 30 centimetres of snow by late Monday, with some brief pauses possible before the system intensifies again.

South of Edmonton, a winter storm watch has been issued for regions around Red Deer and Medicine Hat. Forecasters warn the incoming front may deliver heavy rain, strong winds and periods of snow, creating unpredictable conditions as temperatures fluctuate.

The weather agency says hazardous travel conditions are likely across major corridors, including sections of Highway 2 and routes leading toward the B.C. border. Albertans planning to travel early in the workweek are being urged to delay trips where possible or prepare for changing road conditions.

In the Rocky Mountains, strong gusts reaching up to 100 kilometres per hour are expected from Banff northward and into areas along the Montana border. Wind warnings in the region could affect visibility and create blowing snow in exposed areas, prompting additional caution for mountain communities and travellers.