Hwy 1 between Enterprise, N.W.T., and Alberta reopens with pilot cars - Action News
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Hwy 1 between Enterprise, N.W.T., and Alberta reopens with pilot cars

Smoke has led to low visibility on the southern part of Highway 1.

Closure Tuesday morning came after territory warned of 'extreme' fire activity

very smoky skies seen from the windshield of a car
Smoky skies are seen on Highway 1 in this file photo taken south of Fort Providence, N.W.T., on Sunday. (Liny Lamberink/CBC)

Highway 1 between Enterprise, N.W.T., and the Alberta border has reopened with pilot cars escorting drivers after closing due to wildfire smoke, according to an updatefrom the territorial government.

An update at 8:45 Tuesday morning from N.W.T. Infrastructure said the highway was open. Just before 1 p.m., the department further said drivers are being escorted and delays can be expected, along with smoky conditions.

Heavy smoke has beencoming from wildfires to the west and south. In a statement Tuesday morning, N.W.T. Fire said there are no wildfire threats to Enterprise or Hay River.

The heavy smoke has created low visibility and difficult driving conditions.

Some rain, forecasted to start this morning in southern parts of the territory, is expected to help mitigate nearbyfire growth.