Active AlertsRetallack, BC

Snowfall with total amounts of 15 to 25 cm is expected.

Where: Highway 3 Kootenay Pass.

When: beginning in earnest Tuesday afternoon; lasting until late Wednesday night.

Remarks: Falling freezing levels will accompany an influx of moisture on Tuesday as a low pressure system crosses the province from northwest to southeast. Snow will begin as lighter flurries Tuesday morning and intensify Tuesday afternoon.

Other hazards: Strong winds at times will accompany this system and give limited visibility in blowing snow.

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Travel will likely be challenging.

Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.

Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #BCStorm.

Allow extra time for travel. If driving, turn on your lights, slow down and maintain a safe following distance. The site https://shiftintowinter.ca/ reminds drivers to know before you go. Adjust to winter driving behaviour and use winter tires and chains.