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This article was published 2/2/2009 (4257 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.

Drivers in remote parts of northern Manitoba can finally hit the road.

The province’s 2,200-km network of winter roads officially opened today, one week earlier than last year due to colder temperatures.

The province warns that some sections of the road system may require closure on short notice for repairs or due to weather conditions.

This year’s road network includes a new bridge and other fixes at Gods Lake Narrows, improvements worth $7 million.

The winter road budget for 2009 totals $9 million, with $1 million extra to be spent on road improvements.

More information on winter roads can be found at www.gov.mb.ca/mit/roadinfo or by calling toll-free to 1-877-MBRoads.

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