Canada, December 6 2024 - Hazardous winter road conditions are anticipated along the Trans-Canada Highway from Eagle Pass to Rogers Pass starting Friday evening, December 6, 2024. Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for this region, predicting significant snowfall.
A Pacific frontal system is expected to bring accumulations of 20 to 30 centimeters of snow, resulting in challenging navigation on highways, roads, walkways, and parking lots. Visibility may be severely reduced during heavy snowfall.
In Salmon Arm, Friday's forecast included a 30 percent chance of flurries or rain, while ice rain was reported in the morning. The evening forecast anticipates a 60 percent chance of flurries or rain showers.
A winter snowfall warning has also been issued for the West Columbia region, effective from Friday evening until Saturday afternoon. Revelstoke's forecast predicts a 60 percent chance of flurries or showers on Friday, with a 70 percent chance of rain on Saturday.
Environment B.C. has urged drivers to prepare for rapidly changing road conditions.