A tragic accident on a southern Alberta highway has claimed the lives of two individuals.
According to authorities, the crash occurred on Highway 2 near the town of Nanton on Sunday afternoon. Emergency services were called to the scene around 3:30 p.m.
The collision involved two vehicles, a pickup truck and a car. The driver and passenger of the car were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the pickup truck was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The identities of the victims have not been released at this time, pending notification of next of kin.
The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but police have stated that road conditions were poor at the time of the accident. Snow and ice covered the highway, making driving conditions hazardous.
The highway was closed for several hours as emergency crews worked to clear the scene and investigate the crash. It has since been reopened to traffic.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder for all drivers to exercise caution and adjust their driving to match the weather and road conditions. It is important to always drive defensively and be aware of other vehicles on the road.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
