Fort McPherson's transportation lifeline to the main arteries of the NWT shut down on Tuesday.
"The Peel River ferry at KM 74 Dempster Highway 8 is officially closed for the season," reads a Department of Transportation news release issued on Nov. 5. "The NWT Dempster Highway 8 is closed between Eagle Plains and Fort McPherson due to high winds, blowing snow and poor visibility. The remainder of the highway is open and in fair winter conditions. Please watch for dip on the North side of Rengleng River at kilometer 178.
"Please drive carefully, watch for slippery/Icy sections between km 85 to km 272.5, rough sections, and equipment at work," the advisory adds.
