Coquihalla – A special weather statement continues for the southern Interior with 15 to 20 cms of snow expected as this cold front moves through was announced early Saturday morning that is now in effect for:
- Coquihalla Highway – Hope to Merritt
- Highway 3 – Hope to Princeton via Allison Pass
Snowfall with total amounts of 15 to 25 cm is expected.
Heavy snow and gusty winds today and tonight.
A spring storm system crossing southern BC will bring heavy snow and gusty winds to high elevation passes today and tonight.
Initially, snow levels will be nearer to the summits but are expected to drop through the morning. Gusty winds are also forecast through the day and could generate local areas of blowing snow leading to reduced visibilities at times.
15 to 25 cm of snow is expected before snow tapers off this evening.
Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow.
Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.
https://shiftintowinter.ca/ reminds drivers to know before you go. Adjust to winter driving behaviour and use winter tires and chains.
Road conditions are available at www.drivebc.ca.
