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Hazardous conditions in passes today
Environment Canada is warning about hazardous winter conditions expected in nearby mountain passes, including Kootenay and Rogers passes today.
The alert spans from Tuesday into Wednesday morning (Dec. 17) for Highway 3 – Paulson Summit to Kootenay Pass and Trans-Canada Highway – Eagle Pass to Rogers Pass.
Snowfall accumulations of 20 to 30 cm are forecast along with near zero visibilities in blowing snow.
There is also a snowfall alert for Yoho and Kootenay National Parks, with 15 to 20 cm expected.
An intense Pacific frontal system is approaching the southern Interior. Light snow from the system started yesterday afternoon and intensified overnight.
The snow will continue into Wednesday morning with total accumulations up to 30 cm expected.
“Meanwhile, when the front passes through the region overnight and Wednesday morning, westerly gusting winds up to 80 km/h will result in near zero visibilities in blowing snow,” Environment Canada stated.
“Travel may be hazardous. Visibility may be suddenly reduced to near zero at times.”
Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions. Allow extra time for travel.
The site 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 drivebc.ca.
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