It looks like we will be seeing steady light snow for the next 24-36 hours throughout the East Kootenay.

Temperatures are expected to be in the -5C to -10C range most areas. There will also be periods of limited visibility due to blowing snow and low cloud, reported Mainroad East Kootenay this morning (Dec. 23).

Forecasts are for accumulations of eight to 10 cm over the next 24 to 36 hours, but the potential exists for greater amounts of snow.

Environment Canada also forecasts snow and cloud over the next two days with some clearing on Christmas day and even more sunshine on Boxing Day.

Mainroad crews will be out on the road over the holiday break plowing and sanding as required. 
Motorists should leave extra time to get to their destination, be prepared for winter driving conditions throughout and be aware of increased traffic volumes over the next few days.

DriveBC is reporting winter conditions (snowing with slippery sections, compact snow with slippery sections etc.) on roads in the East Kootenay.

Travellers heading through Kootenay National Park on Highway 93 should know about avalanche control work 15-40-km south of Castle Junction, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. today (Friday, Dec. 23). Delays up to one hour are expected.

Before heading out, visit www.drivebc.ca for the latest road and weather updates.

Mainroad East Kootenay Contracting 24 hour hotline: 1-800-665-4929.  Please report road hazards and unsafe conditions.  
This hotline is used to update DriveBC, dispatch additional personnel and record public communication as required.

Lead image: Highway 3 at Hosmer, east of Fernie. Photos from DriveBC

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