A snowfall warning is in effect for Thursday evening and Yellowhead Road and Bridge (YRB) Nicola has released a statement.
“We are expecting a weather system to come in Thursday evening, November 12, 2020 and into the overnight hours,” reads the statement.
“Heaviest snowfall expected for the Coquihalla Summit (South). Snow showers will continue Friday morning especially for the Coquihalla Summit. Light snow returns Friday afternoon/evening for most of the Service Area.
- Highway 5 South from Merritt to the Snow Shed Hill – Anticipated accumulations of 10-20cm tonight and 5-10cm expected for Friday.
- Highway 97C – Okanagan Connector – Potential accumulations of 3-6cm tonight and 2-5cm for Friday.
- Highway 5 North from Merritt to Lac Le Jeune – Anticipated accumulations of 1-2cm tonight and 1-3 tomorrow.
“Snowfall will be service area wide on the freeways, so please drive to conditions. Plow trucks will be out removing snow and restoring traction as well as putting out chemicals to help prevent icy conditions. When flashing lights are on, our trucks are in ‘Winter Work Mode’ and require extra room to perform their necessary duties. Remember to never pass a plow truck on the right and road conditions in front of the plow truck will be worse than behind it.”
Travelers are advised to check DriveBC for updates on the most current road conditions and to be aware that forecasts can change quickly in the high mountain passes.
