Snowfall alert for Coquihalla Highway upgraded to winter storm warning
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Environment Canada says an incoming Pacific weather system is expected to bring 25-40 cm between Hope and Merritt beginning later Sunday.
A weather alert for heavy snowfall on the Coquihalla Highway has been upgraded to a winter storm warning.
On Saturday, Environment Canada said an incoming Pacific system would bring an estimated 20 to 40 cm of snow beginning later Sunday.
On Sunday morning, though, the national weather agency changed the special weather statement to a winter storm warning, saying 25-40 cm is expected. It also told motorists to consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve.
“Precipitation near the Coquihalla Summit will begin as periods of light snow today, with snow levels rising to near 1,000 to 1,200 metres this afternoon,” said Environment Canada. “Lower elevations along the route will receive rain.
“Light snow is expected to intensify overnight with lowering snow levels. Snow at times heavy will continue through Monday and taper off to a few flurries Tuesday afternoon.”
Meanwhile, a winter storm watch for a portion of Highway 3 remains in effect.
Issued Saturday and updated on Sunday morning, Environment Canada’s forecast between Paulson Summit and Kootenay Pass predicts 25 cm of snow beginning Sunday before easing late Monday afternoon.
“As snowfall totals become more certain, a winter storm warning may be issued,” said Environment Canada.
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