Flights cancelled, schools closed, power demands surge amid Calgary extreme cold - News Summed Up

Flights cancelled, schools closed, power demands surge amid Calgary extreme cold


As the cold weather continues, it's asking consumers to reduce their electricity use or face the possibility of rolling brownouts. Cold weather constraintsThe cold weather has a significant impact on operations at Calgary's airport, Miles says. WestJet said while the ongoing extreme weather is proving challenging, and the company is trying to stabilize operations while keeping crews safe. Some ski hills also remain closed due to extreme cold. "It is unusual, but, you know what, we have extreme cold happen, usually a short duration, each winter," he said.


Source: CBC News December 22, 2022 19:50 UTC



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