Snow moves on, warning ends for Lower Mainland
Posted February 24, 2018 8:00 am.
Last Updated February 24, 2018 9:14 am.
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METRO VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – It’s another day of messy roads, long commutes, and flight cancellations in Metro Vancouver because of to that big winter storm.
The good news is Environment Canada‘s snowfall warning has been lifted for both Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
Some 20 centimeters of snow coated the roads and sidewalks Friday, but any more precipitation we see this weekend should fall as rain. While much of the major routes have been dealt with by city crews, many side streets are still untouched as crews tend to arterial routes first.
Remember, you do have to clear the sidewalk in front of your business or home, the following morning after a fresh snowfall. In Vancouver, Port Coquitlam, Maple Ridge and Richmond that clearing of snow must happen by 10 a.m., while in North Vancouver and Surrey the bylaw reads “as soon as possible.”
If you’re heading to the airport today, make sure you check ahead. There have been several flight cancellations and delays at Vancouver International Airport.
Airport staff say conditions have improved significantly and that “airside operations have returned to near normal.” However, you’re still being reminded to give yourself lots of time to get to the airport, check in, and clear security.
Major snowfall has meant some employees have had trouble getting to the airport. That means passengers can expect to see some longer wait times in parts of the terminals.
For the latest security screening wait times, you can click here.
Out of town highways
Meanwhile, those of you heading out of town will want to be prepared.
As the low pressure system moves across the Interior, it’ll bring heavy snowfall to parts of that region early this evening.
A snowfall warning is in effect for the Coquihalla Highway and Highway 3, throughout the Fraser Canyon, Nicola, and Similkameen areas.
The Coquihalla Summit and Allison Pass could see anywhere between 15 to 20 centimeters of snow, while parts of the Canyon are expected to get up to 10 centimeteres.
Snowfall is forecast to ease gradually by the end of the weekend.
“Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions,” Environment Canada warns. You’re reminded to have the proper tires on your vehicle, drive safe, and be prepared for the conditions if you are heading out.
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