The highway was first closed on July 22
Highway 16 will reopen to all traffic beginning on Friday, two weeks after a wildfire ripped through Jasper.
However, stopping is not permitted, there is no place to fuel up or use the washroom after Mt. Robson and drivers are to obey all posted speed signs. There will be limited visibility. Parks Canada says peace officers will have"enhanced" patrols to ensure the travel restrictions are followed. The latest wildfire update from Parks Canada on Aug. 7 says the weather the day before didn't provide as much rain as hoped.
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