New technology helped DriveBC add 22 new cameras in 2024, delivering 37 more views to help motorists travel more safely, especially during winter.

People checking traffic and weather conditions when planning trips on the province’s roads can now access 503 cameras on the total DriveBC webcam network. The webcams deliver 1,037 views of current road conditions, including 25 sites in the East Kootenay.

Where technically feasible, ministry crews strategically locate the webcams throughout B.C. based on needs identified by residents, contractors or weather experts, the Ministry of Transportation and Transit recently outlined.

Many DriveBC cameras are pan-tilt-zoom cameras that can deliver several views from a single position. On the Lower Mainland, many intersection cameras provide images of four or more positions.

The DriveBC cameras protect privacy. For example, this Highway 3A webcam view uses a pixelated mask to avoid showing private property, the ministry pointed out.

In addition to providing information about weather, road and traffic conditions, DriveBC has links to information about border delays, inland ferries, ongoing construction projects and tips for how to drive safely in winter conditions.

DriveBC is accepting public feedback on its redesigned web portal to replace the existing website next year. The new site will include a simplified map, clearer event notification, new advisory features and better mobile usability.

Provide feedback about the redesigned web portal to replace the existing website next year.

Lead image: The Highway 3A webcam view using a pixelated mask (upper right) to avoid showing private property. DriveBC image

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