All three ice crossings in the Beaufort Delta are now on closure notice.
An update was published by the GNWT on May 5.
As of 11:03 a.m., the Peel River Ice Crossing is on 72 hours notice. The Mackenzie River Ice crossing and the access road to Tsiigehtchic are both on 48 hours notice.
“Depending on weather conditions the Ice Bridges may close with little or no notice,” reads the notice. “Low clearance vehicles are not recommended to travel on the Peel and Mackenzie River ice crossings as well as the Tsiigehtchic access ice crossings at this time.
“Historical Statistics show the Peel River ice crossing was closed in early May, the Mackenzie River ice crossing was closed on average about the second week in May and the Tsiigehtchic winter access was closed in early May.”
The Dempster Highway is currently open but weight restrictions may be in place on the Yukon side. The Inuvik-Tuktoyaktuk Highway is open, with narrow sections between kilometres 26 and 30. Drivers are advised to expect delays and be on the watch for equipment working, particularly between kilometres 26 and 70.
The Aklavik Ice Road is closed for the season.