The snow has been falling in the Calgary area since the early afternoon on Tuesday, but now the weather is taking its toll on drivers and travel in the region.
Cochrane RCMP have responded to several crashes so far on Tuesday evening, including a two-vehicle crash involving a transport truck and an SUV.
"Collision scene is described between Ridge Road and Hermitage Road (Range Road 50) along Highway 1," police said in a release.
Police tell CTV News that two people, one from each vehicle, were taken to Foothills Medical Centre in serious, non-life-threatening condition.
"The semi driver was uninjured. Weather and road conditions were the main contributing factor in the collision," officials said.
In addition, police say they responded to 15 crashes in the area between 4 and 9 p.m. on Tuesday, ranging from single-vehicle incidents to "multiple vehicle pile-ups."
"As the poor weather conditions continue with icy roads, snow, wind and limited visibility, motorists are advised to exercise caution when driving, or stay home if travel is not absolutely necessary," police said.
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