Residents in Lethbridge, Alberta, should prepare for winter driving conditions as up to 10 centimetres of snow is expected to fall starting near midnight on March 11, 2026. According to Environment Canada, the snowfall follows a relatively mild day where temperatures reached a high of 6°C.
The Lethbridge Police Service is reminding drivers to prioritize road safety and adjust their driving habits for the Thursday morning commute. The sudden change from mild daytime weather to snowy conditions can make roads slippery and hazardous for those heading out early.
To manage the accumulation, the City of Lethbridge uses a priority-based system for clearing streets. This process involves using pre-wetted sand and salt to help the mixture stick to the road surface during different types of winter weather.
The transition to winter-like conditions is expected to happen quickly as the snow begins late Wednesday night. Local authorities emphasize that clearing vehicles of ice and snow before travel is necessary for safety as conditions change into Thursday morning.
