Manitoba is easing spring road restrictions to help make sure essential goods get to where they’re going during the COVID-19 outbreak. “In order to allow vehicles to more easily transport essential goods during the current COVID-19 pandemic, we are easing spring road restrictions in certain circumstances,” said Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler in a release. “This will help ensure communities continue to have access to items such as medical supplies, groceries and emergency equipment at this crucial time.” Normally weight restrictions are enforced during the spring to protect Manitoba roads from damage caused by heavy commercial vehicles while roads are at their weakest during spring rains and thawing.