The Edmonton City announced Monday that due to extremely cold temperatures, “non-essential snow and ice clearing work, including Phase 2 residential areas,” would be stopped.
In a press release, the city said: “Current temperatures present a significant risk to employees, equipment and contracted equipment.
“Temperatures will be controlled and operations will resume when it is safe to do so.”
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The city said crews would continue to respond to “security-sensitive notifications” and address “priority and emerging issues.”
On Sunday, Environment Canada issued an extreme cold warning for all of Alberta.
Extremely cold wind chill values are expected in the next week, with the coldest wind chill between minus 40 and minus 50.
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According to the agency, areas in northern Alberta will experience an extended period of extreme cold conditions, possibly persisting until next weekend.
Since frostbite can develop in a matter of minutes on exposed skin, especially in wind chill, Environment Canada recommends covering all skin and avoiding outdoor activities.
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