Kindersley RCMP say Highway #7 west bound approximately 16 kilometres east of Kindersley is closed because of a jack-knifed semi-trailer unit. Tow trucks are not able to reach the location to remove the semi.

The public is advised to find alternate routes, or to heed Highway Hotline recommendations to not travel in the area because of weather conditions.

The RCMP stress that if you become stranded on the highway, do not leave your vehicle – other motorists may not be able to see you in adverse conditions. Make sure your tailpipe remains clear of ice and snow, or carbon monoxide could potentially seep into your vehicle.

Before you travel in winter weather, ensure your vehicle has lots of fuel, you have extra warm clothes, snacks, water and a snow shovel on hand. Traction mats, a tow rope or chain and a booster cable are also great to keep in your vehicle, as well as a spare phone charger.

A snowfall warning is in effect for Saskatoon, Martensville, Warman, Rosthern, Delisle, Wakaw, Outlook, Watrous, Hanley, Imperial Dinsmore, Humboldt, Wynyard, Wadena, Preeceville, across to Kamsack north to Hudson Bay and south to Yorkton/Melville.

Snow at times heavy fell through the night and will continue this morning. The snow will gradually taper off through the day today and warnings will be ended.

By the time the snow tapers off total accumulations of 10 to 15 cm are expected.