Most of New Brunswick was hit with strong winds and heavy snowfall on Saturday. According to Environment Canada, south-central parts of the province, including the Fredericton region, saw up to 40 centimetres of snow.
The harsh weather meant slick roads, store closures and even power outages in some areas.
The Aquinian’s photo editor, Aaron Sousa, braved the storm to showcase the snow-covered streets of Fredericton.
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Most of New Brunswick woke up to strong winds and heavy snowfall on Jan. 29, 2022. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
Two vehicles are seen along the side of Waterloo Row during Saturday's snowfall in this photograph taken in downtown Fredericton, N.B. on Jan. 29, 2022. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
The Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge is seen during Saturday's snowstorm in this photograph taken in downtown Fredericton, N.B. on Jan. 29, 2022. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
The steeple of George Martin Hall peaks out through the mist in this photograph taken at St. Thomas University in Fredericton, N.B. on Jan. 29, 2022. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
Snowplows for the University of New Brunswick and the City of Fredericton were busy for most of Saturday in the wake of a snowstorm that brought upwards of 40 centimetres of snow in some areas of New Brunswick. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
Despite it being a popular spot on most Saturday afternoons, the Regent Mall was a ghost town due to Saturday's intense snowfall. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
Frederictonians who forgot to pick up a bag of storm chips were in luck with stores like Walmart, Sobeys and Atlantic Superstore remaining open on Saturday. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
The City of Fredericton announced early Saturday morning bus services would be cancelled due to the impending snowstorm that hit most of New Brunswick. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
With visibility nearing zero, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, along with the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, encouraged drivers to stay off the roads for most of Saturday. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
If you were brave enough to hit the roads during Saturday's snowstorm, you may have spent a bit of time digging out your vehicle. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
The harsh weather conditions didn't stop this group from sledding down the hills at Odell Park in Fredericton, N.B. on Jan. 29, 2022. (Aaron Sousa/AQ)
