Heavy snowfall has affected the Mainroad East Kootenay service area, with changing conditions expected through Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Elk Valley
Light snowfall is continuing in the Elk Valley and is expected to persist through the day. Up to five centimetres of snow is forecast for Christmas Day. Snowfall is expected to intensify on Boxing Day, with accumulations reaching up to 15 centimetres.
Cranbrook
Heavy, wet snowfall fell overnight, with accumulations of up to five centimetres or more in some areas. Light snow is expected this afternoon and may change to freezing rain this evening. A rain-snow mix is forecast for both Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Yahk
Rain is currently falling in Yahk, with heavier snow near Moyie. Temperatures are forecast to rise today, continuing with rainfall. Temperatures are expected to drop tonight, bringing the risk of freezing rain. A rain-snow mix is forecast for Christmas Day and Boxing Day, with a sharp temperature drop expected the evening of Dec. 26.
Columbia Valley
Light snow is currently falling in the Columbia Valley and is expected to taper off this evening. Christmas Day may bring up to three centimetres of snow, with up to five centimetres forecast for Boxing Day.
Motorists are advised to leave a safe following distance to allow maintenance crews to work safely. Drivers should use caution, adjust to road conditions and prepare for weather-related delays.
Travellers are encouraged to check DriveBC for current road conditions before heading out.
