Special weather statement issued for BC Interior highways

| May 6, 2024 in Weather

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A special weather statement has been put in place for BC Interior highways today.

Environment Canada warned of the potential for flurries at high elevations.

The Coquihalla and Hwy 3 were both named in the statement.

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Hwy 3 (left) and the Coquihalla this morning.

“A Pacific frontal system will move across BC today,” the forecaster said in a public bulletin.

“Meanwhile, snow levels will remain at or below mountain pass levels in southern BC today. Snowfall accumulations are possible but will vary depending on the location.”

It added: “Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.”

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