The Dempster Highway pictured in August, 2016. (Supplied by the Department of Transportation.)
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After late-night closure, Dempster highway re-opens

Cameron Wilkinson
By Cameron Wilkinson

The Government of the Northwest Territories’ Department of Infrastructure is advising residents on the Northwest-end of the Northwest Territories that the Dempster Highway has re-opened.

The Dempster Highway between Fort McPherson and Eagle Plains had closed late last night due to blowing snow.

I-N-F says the road is open and in fair driving condition.

Cameron Wilkinson
Cameron Wilkinson
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