WestJet says it’s going through “vital operational impacts” as a result of extraordinarily chilly climate within the Prairies and components of B.C.
Saturday morning, temperatures rendered de-icing fluid ineffective in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, Regina, Kelowna, Kamloops, Fort McMurray, Prince George, Grande Prairie, Yellowknife and Fort St. John, the airline mentioned in a press release posted to its web site.
Frigid temperatures have additionally left important gear, similar to bridges and gas stations, inoperable.
The airline says these results are compounded by security considerations for his or her crews and floor companions. To make sure their security, WestJet says they’ve restricted the period of time workers and contractors can work exterior.
When requested how their operations have been affected by the frigid temperatures, Air Canada informed CBC Information that, to cope with the impacts of the climate, they’ve put a versatile rebooking coverage in place so prospects can change journey plans with out paying extra charges.
WestJet additionally introduced versatile flight change and cancellation pointers for company travelling to or from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
The Calgary Airport Authority is advising passengers to verify the standing of their flights earlier than leaving for the airport and to offer themselves additional time to regulate to altering circumstances and delays on the roads and on the airport.
“Working in excessive climate situations poses its personal challenges. Extended excessive climate occasions regionally and across the nation may end up in delays,” an authority spokesperson wrote in an electronic mail to CBC Information.
