Winnipeg, MB, Canada: Drivers in Winnipeg are being advised to plan ahead as several road closures and traffic disruptions affect travel across the city this week. While no major injury collision has been reported in connection with these closures, motorists can expect delays due to scheduled special events and increased traffic volumes.
According to the City of Winnipeg Traffic Management Centre, all eastbound lanes of Talbot Avenue between Watt Street and Elmwood Road will be closed from July 7 through July 8 for a special event. One westbound lane will remain open to allow limited traffic flow, but congestion is expected throughout the closure period.
Earlier, Corydon Avenue between Lilac Street and Daly Street North was closed in both directions on July 5 to accommodate another special event. Officials advised motorists to use alternate routes and expect temporary travel delays in the area.
City traffic officials continue to encourage drivers to check live traffic conditions before setting out, obey posted detours, and allow extra travel time while the closures remain in place. Although these disruptions are not related to a traffic accident, they are expected to impact commuters across Winnipeg. Residents with traffic-related concerns can contact Winnipeg’s 311 service for additional information as crews and event organizers work to safely manage traffic throughout the affected areas.