Tag: DriveBC

Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on Kootenay highways

Transit My East Kootenay Now Staff - September 30, 2026

Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on designated Kootenay highways as colder overnight temperatures return to the region.

Kootenay drivers urged to plan ahead for busy long weekend

Transit My East Kootenay Now Staff - September 4, 2026

Kootenay drivers are being urged to plan ahead before hitting the highway for the final long weekend of summer.

Wildlife collisions spike in Kootenays during May and June

Fish & Wildlife My East Kootenay Now Staff - May 1, 2026

Drivers in the Kootenays face a heightened risk of wildlife collisions in May and June, as increased deer and elk activity coincides with seasonal changes in driving conditions, Road Safety at Work said.

Keep winter tires on as Kootenays face lingering spring driving hazards

Weather My East Kootenay Now Staff - March 29, 2026

A few mild afternoons don’t mean winter is over, especially in higher-elevation areas of the Kootenays. Snow flurries remain in the forecast across the region.

Avalanche risk closes portion of Highway 93

Cancellations & Closures Josiah Spyker - March 19, 2026

Highway 93 through Kootenay National Park is closed due to high avalanche risk in the area.

Time-change fatigue can raise crash risk beyond the first day back at work

Community My East Kootenay Now Staff - March 8, 2026

Drivers may face a higher crash risk for several days after the spring time change as lost sleep builds fatigue and reduces alertness, road safety advocates warn.

Highway 93 closure remains in place

Cancellations & Closures Josiah Spyker - February 20, 2026

Cleanup of a rockslide on highway 93 still has traffic halted through Kootenay National Park.

Out-of-control wildfire shuts down section of Coquihalla highway

Provincial Emily Joveski - September 4, 2025

Highway 5 between Hope and Merritt remains closed due to an out-of-control wildfire.

DriveBC unveils updated platform in time for summer travel season

Provincial Emily Joveski - June 19, 2025

The province unveiled a streamlined website Thursday where drivers can check road and weather conditions on provincial highways.

Motorists encouraged to keep winter tires on this spring

Provincial My East Kootenay Now Staff - March 18, 2025

With spring bringing warmer temperatures to the Kootenays, motorists may be tempted to take off their winter tires; however,...

Drivers encouraged to give space to roadside workers

Provincial My East Kootenay Now Staff - January 31, 2025

For this winter season, make sure to give room to BC roadside workers while driving. That comes from Road Safety...

Road Safety at Work offers tips for safe driving in the Kootenays

Transit My East Kootenay Now Staff - December 3, 2024

Road Safety at Work are offering tips to stay safe while driving on the Kootenays this holiday season. The organization...

BC’s winter tire law comes into effect next week

Transit My East Kootenay Now Staff - September 26, 2024

Despite being just a few days into fall, Road Safety at Work is urging motorists to ensure their vehicles...

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