Several snowfall warnings have come into play across northern and interior B.C. this morning (Nov. 16).
While Environment Canada has not included Prince George, the areas surrounding the city's jurisdiction have been issued alerts following significant snowfall overnight and into today.
The national service is forecasting a Pacific storm over the province in the next two days, which could bring strong winds in certain regions and heavy snowfall of up to 25 cm.
Caught in the act! One of our plows working on #SouthTaylorHill.
— Argo Roads South Peace (@ArgoSouthPeace) November 16, 2020
When sharing the road with snow plows, please remember to
1. Give them lots of room.
2. Wait to pass until the plow has moved over + turned off its lights.
3. Never, ever pass on the right.#ShiftintoWinter pic.twitter.com/7PPfZFHhZh
These conditions are particular for Highway 97 north at the Pine Pass and on to the Peace River, Highway 16 west towards the Bulkley Valley and Lakes District, and Highway 97 south in 100 Mile House and Clinton.
Specifically to the Pine Pass, Environment Canada is advising residents travelling in the area to consider cancelling your trip until conditions improve as visibility may be next to nothing at certain elevation levels.
It notes the weather may tapper off by late Tuesday (Nov. 17).
Prince George's local forecast is calling for just five centimetres of snow starting this evening following a mainly sunny day and 15 km/h winds.
Tomorrow morning, there's a risk of freezing rain, but could be reduced to just a 40 per cent chance of showers by lunch time.
For road information, you're encouraged to visit Drive BC's website.
Environment Canada has issued several snowfall warnings around Prince George's local region on Nov. 16, 2020. (via Environment Canada)
