You can mark October 10th on the calendar as the day Portage saw the first snow of the 2006-2007 season.

The RCMP and Manitoba Public Insurance are asking drivers to make adjustments to slippery conditions brought on by moisture and cool temperatures.

Constable Dave Spakowski recommends reducing speed across the board, but especially on bridges, which tend to become icy more quickly than ordinary road surfaces.

MPI's Brian Smiley also recommends slowing down as the best reaction to the white stuff since we've had mainly ideal road conditions for several months.

He adds ensuring windshield wipers and tires are in good condition is important for good visibility and reduced stopping distances.