Thompson Highways Report Snow Cover and Swirling Conditions on Feb 25 - AI Generated Image
Manitoba 511 has reported partly snow-covered roads and swirling snow for several major highways around Thompson as of February 25, 2026. While visibility remains fair across the region, the current winter conditions impact travel on select highways and several secondary routes connecting Thompson to surrounding northern communities.
According to the latest Manitoba 511 data updated at 10:44 a.m., Highway 6 from Sasagiu Rapids to Thompson is currently partly snow-covered with swirling snow. Drivers should expect similar conditions on Highway 391, spanning the distance from Highway 6 through to the Nelson House Junction and onward to the Suwannee River.
Secondary highways are also affected by the morning’s weather. Highway 280 from the Highway 391 junction to the Split Lake area and Highway 620 leading into Nelson House both report partly snow-covered surfaces.
While visibility is currently rated as fair, the presence of swirling snow can create localized pockets of reduced clarity, especially when passing larger vehicles. Provincial maintenance crews are typically active during these conditions to clear primary routes.
Motorists planning to travel north or south of Thompson are encouraged to check for real-time updates before departing. Staying informed on road conditions is essential for safe winter travel along the Highway 6 corridor and connecting northern routes.
A member of the Canadian Association of Journalists, Emma returned to core news journalism in early 2025 following a distinguished 15-year career as a content publisher and digital strategist. This background allows her to combine traditional journalistic integrity with a modern, data-driven approach to storytelling.
Emma holds a First-Class Honours degree in Business Studies from the University of Ulster and a postgraduate diploma in Accounting, providing her with a unique analytical lens when covering municipal politics, community development, and the social issues shaping Thompson, MB.
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