Fort McMurray Snowstorm Strands Drivers on Alberta’s Highway 63 as RCMP Warn Against Travel; Up to 30 cm Forecast

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Fort McMurray Snowstorm Strands Drivers on Alberta’s Highway 63 as RCMP Warn Against Travel; Up to 30 cm Forecast

A major October snowstorm has trucks, buses and cars stuck on Highway 63 near Fort McMurray, and RCMP are warning drivers to stay off it in both directions. Environment Canada now says the area could get up to 30 cm, double the earlier forecast. Calgary and Canmore are getting their first snow of the season, and Edmonton has dodged it. Here’s what’s happening across Alberta and what to know before you drive.