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News: Car accident on southbound Hwy 2, just south of High River MVC
CALGARY, AB- A car accident was reported at Hwy 2 just south of High River MVC, according to a 511 Alberta report. SB Hwy2, 6km S of High River MVC. Crews on scene, expect lane closure and delays. (10:13am) #ABRoads — 511 Alberta (@511Alberta) April 8, 2021 According to the post, safety crews were present…
News: Charges have been laid against driver responsible for November fatal car accident
COLD LAKE, AB– The fatal November 5, 2020 Cold Lake car accident has led to charges against 21-year-old Coby Badger of Cold Lake, according to Canada Police Report. He has been charged with: Impaired operation of a motor vehicle over 80mg of alcohol in 100ml of blood causing death Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle…
News: Car accident reported at Sarcee Tr and Richmond Rd SW on Tuesday night
CALGARY, AB- A car accident was reported at the intersection of Sarcee Tr and Richmond Rd SW last night, according to YYC Transport. ALERT: Traffic incident on Sarcee Tr and Richmond Rd SW, blocking the left lanes SB, EB and WB. #yyctraffic #yycroads pic.twitter.com/zdgkrs8yoX — YYC Transportation (@yyctransport) April 7, 2021 According to the tweet,…
News: House fire in Shawnee Slopes
CALGARY, AB- The Calgary Fire Department was called at approximately 4 a.m. this morning to a house fire on Shawnee Crescent S.W., according to the Calgary Herald. When they arrived, flames and smoke were coming from the attached garage of the home. Six people were able safely exit the home before the fire department arrived.…
News: Canadians expected to take to the roads this summer
CALGARY, AB- According to a new CBC news report, there is mounting expectation for Canadians to take to the roads this summer. Although COVID-19 vaccinations continue to roll out, international travel is still not fully available. So Canadians are looking to get out of the house and on the road. Normally gas prices would dictate…
News: Detached garage fire sends man to hospital with life-threatening injuries
CALGARY, AB- A Calgary man is in critical condition after being involved in a detached garage fire last night, according to Global News. Firefighters arrived at the 9000 block of Oakland Way S.W. shortly before 8:30 p.m. to flames and heavy smoke. They found a man in his 40s outside before rushing him to the…
News: Accident reported on southbound Deerfoot Tr at Memorial Dr SE
CALGARY, AB – A car accident has been reported on southbound Deerfoot Tr and Memorial Dr SE, according to YYC Transportation ALERT: Traffic incident on SB Deerfoot Tr at Memorial Dr SE, blocking the right lane on the SB exit ramp. #yyctraffic #yycroads pic.twitter.com/seWFviLKts — YYC Transportation (@yyctransport) April 6, 2021 According to the tweet,…
News: multi-vehicle injury accident on Alberta Highway 814 and Township Road 500
LEDUC, AB – Multiple people were injured when three vehicles collided on Highway 814 at Township Road 500 on Friday, according to Canada Police Report. An SUV and a car were travelling southbound when the car moved into the northbound lane at approximately 11:45 pm, hitting the SUV and an oncoming truck. The driver and…
News: Car accident reported at Charleswood Dr and 32 Ave NW.
CALGARY, AB – There was a car accident at the intersection of Charleswood Drive and 32 Avenue N this morning, according to YCC Transportation. ALERT: Traffic incident on Charleswood Dr and 32 Ave NW. #yyctraffic #yycroads — YYC Transportation (@yyctransport) April 6, 2021 The tweet reports that the accident occurred this morning at 8:26 a.m.…
News: Emergency crews respond to a Calgary cyclist involved in an accident
CALGARY, AB – A cyclist was involved in an accident this morning at the intersection of 13 Ave and 5 St SW, according to YYC Transportation. ALERT: Emergency services are helping a cyclist involved in an incident on 13 Ave and 5 St SW. Please go slow and watch for fellow Calgarians.. #yyctraffic #yycroads pic.twitter.com/ymgwaPhrWt…
News: Emergency services respond to car accident on southbound Sarcee Tr at Bow Tr SW
CALGARY, AB – YCC transportation has reported a car accident at intersection of Sarcee Trail and Bow Trail SW. ALERT: Traffic incident on SB Sarcee Tr at Bow Tr SW, blocking right lane. #yyctraffic #yycroads pic.twitter.com/Kf5sScqT5t — YYC Transportation (@yyctransport) April 6, 2021 According to the tweet, emergency crews were on the scene at 9:37…
News: Collision spreads concrete, nails across Deerfoot Tr
CALGARY, AB – A collision on southbound Deerfoot Trail before 130 Avenue SE seems to have sent concrete and nails spilling across the roadway, reports 660 News Traffic. The news service said that multiple callers had reported flat tires as a result of the incident, which was reported at 4:58 p.m today. It is unclear…