PEI Road Conditions

03/07/2026

Fuel prices up again.

03/07/2026

Reminder: Slow down and move over for emergency vehicles! When you see flashing lights, give them space and reduce your speed. It’s the law and the right thing to do to keep everyone safe on the road. Your actions can make all the difference!

03/07/2026

We have issued a Grid Status Watch for tomorrow morning, March 6, 2026, as the power system is forecast to have higher than usual demand and the availability of wind energy is expected to be low. Customers should monitor our social media and website for updates and prepare to conserve energy during peak demand times if asked. Customers can also call 1-800-670-1012 anytime to hear a message with the latest update.

Please visit our website for more information: https://www.maritimeelectric.com/grid-status/

03/07/2026

Sgt. Jones with PEI RCMP Traffic Services has some great reminders for what to do if you’re involved in a vehicle collision

If you are involved in a collision, your safety—and the safety of others—comes first.

✅ If it’s safe, move your vehicle off the roadway.
✅ Exchange information with the other driver(s):
✔ Driver’s licence
✔ Vehicle registration
✔ Insurance information
✅ If anyone is injured call 911
✅ If anyone is injured OR if property damage appears to be $2,000 or more, the collision must be reported to the police service with jurisdiction where it occurred. Police will need the time and location of the collision, details of injuries, and a description of the damage.

If you come across a collision:
✔️ Park a safe distance away to protect the scene from further collisions.
✔️ Call 911 and provide the exact location.
✔️ Only leave your vehicle if it is safe. You may turn off the ignitions of the vehicles involved if it is safe to do so.
✔️ If occupants are injured, do not move them unless there is immediate danger. Moving them could worsen their injuries.

Let’s work together to keep PEI roads safe.

03/07/2026

12:01 AM on Saturday, March 7, 2026GAS INCREASE ⛽️

on the following petroleum products:
- Regular gasoline
- Premium gasoline
- Furnace Oil
- Diesel

Recent global events have resulted in increased market volatility, which has required unscheduled pricing
adjustments. In addition to temporarily moving to twice-weekly pricing adjustments, the Commission will
be adopting the practice of providing advance notice that there will be a price interruption. This advance
notice will include the products being adjusted and the effective date of the adjusted pricing.

03/07/2026

Seasonal weight limits on PEI roads will come into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Annual restrictions protect roads while they are more vulnerable to damage from heavy vehicles.

03/07/2026

8 Impaired Driving Arrests This Week by RCMP

Between February 27 and March 5, 2026, PEI RCMP made eight impaired driving arrests across the province. These incidents included impairment by alcohol, cannabis, and situations involving collisions and roadside checkpoints.

February 27 — 2:00 p.m., Baldwin Road
PEI RCMP Traffic Services stopped a youth during a traffic stop and detected the smell of cannabis. A roadside screening device registered a fail, and a subsequent blood demand was made as part of the investigation.

February 27 — 7:59 p.m., Montague
Kings District RCMP responded to a minor parking lot collision. A 37-year-old man was arrested for impaired driving by alcohol.

February 27 — 8:02 p.m., Brookvale
RCMP Traffic Services conducted a checkpoint which resulted in a 43 year old man being arrested for impaired driving by cannabis. After failing a roadside test, a blood demand was issued.

February 28 — 12:22 a.m., Ellerslie-Bideford
Prince District RCMP responded to a single vehicle crash that sent two people to hospital. The 23 year old driver was arrested for impaired driving by alcohol causing bodily harm, and a blood demand was issued.

March 1 — 1:10 a.m., Ellerslie-Bideford
While responding to another call, officers located a 34 year old woman behind the wheel of a running vehicle. She was arrested for care and control while impaired by alcohol.

March 3 — 12:12 p.m., Rollo Bay
An RCMP officer working in Kings District stopped a vehicle for speeding and determined that the 22 year old driver was impaired by cannabis. He was arrested and issued a blood demand.

March 3 — 8:12 p.m., New Perth
Kings District RCMP responded to a report of a vehicle stuck on a snowmobile trail. The 52 year old driver was arrested for impaired driving by alcohol.

March 4 — 1:15 p.m., Wellington Centre
RCMP Traffic Services were conducting traffic enforcement when they encountered a 25 year old man driving while impaired by cannabis. He was arrested and issued a blood demand.
Last year, more than 30% of impaired drivers arrested by RCMP were identified through tips from the public.

You can help keep Island communities safe — if you see a suspected impaired driver, call 911 immediately.

03/07/2026

03/07/2026

11:18 p.m. Update-The police operation is now over and the road is once again back open.

Road Closure – Freetown Rd (Route 8 )
Freetown Road (Route 8 ) between Route 1A and Mill Road is currently closed due to an active police operation. There will be a significant police presence in the area.
Please avoid the area and expect traffic detours around the closure.

02/24/2026

As the storm subsides later today, remember to be extra careful on icy and snowy roads and follow these winter driving safety precautions:

• Always clear off your entire vehicle of ice and snow before getting behind the wheel;
• Reduce your speed to reflect road conditions;
• Give yourself extra time to get to your destination;
• Increase your following distance to at least 8-10 seconds when driving on icy or snow-covered roads;
• Brake earlier and brake slowly; and
• Avoid cruise control in winter conditions as the short touch to the brake to deactivate can cause you to lose control of the vehicle.