BREAKING: Hwy 1 west Winnipeg to Portage closes amidst frzg rain; Multiple collisions reported

Trans-Canada Highway from Winnipeg to Portage La Prairie has shut down amidst freezing rain, which is causing multiple vehicles to head for the ditch. Above is the situation on Highway 1 heading east toward Winnipeg.

Latest road information at noon

Not sure exactly what is happening, but an ambulance is seen heading east on Highway 1 toward Winnipeg near Elie:

Road camera at 11:53am CST

Stay tuned for more updates.

When will the cold arrive? We break down the temperatures for the next 24hrs here: 24hrs temperature outlook