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flag Dawson City builds ice bridge in -40°C cold to reconnect isolated communities after ferry closure, with bridge open to light traffic and trucks expected by January.

flag Workers in Dawson City are building an ice bridge across the Yukon River in extreme cold, with temperatures as low as -40°C, to reconnect isolated communities after the George Black ferry ended service. flag Crews work in short shifts, rotating between the ice and heated trailers to prevent frostbite, with the bridge now open to light traffic and expected to handle trucks by January. flag In Whitehorse, many employers halt outdoor work below -25°C, enforcing warm-up breaks and emergency supplies. flag Severe cold warnings are in effect across the territory, with wind chills near -55°C in northern areas and -50°C in the south, prompting health advisories and driving hazards due to blowing snow.

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