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Loads over 4,500kg restricted on Fort Chipewyan Winter Road

PHOTO. supplied. Always be prepared for emergencies as there are no regular services like road patrol, gas stations or cell phone coverage along the winter road.

Warm weather has led to weight restrictions on the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road.

Heavy loads over 4,500kg are only permitted to travel on the winter road between 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m.

The change is in effect Saturday, Mar. 14, at 8:00 a.m.

Changes in the weather may force the closure of the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road with little or no warning.