BC Government has issued a new travel advisory as crews prepare to remove snow from the local roads and highways. Drivers are reminded to avoid all unnecessary travel in poor weather conditions, prepare for delays and longer commutes, and ensure their vehicles have winter tires.
A special weather statement is in effect with periods of heavy snow expected on Saturday and into Sunday morning. Snow accumulations up to 30 cm are possible over very short durations. On provincial highways across the south coast, maintenance contractors are proactively applying anti-icing brine, and will plow and sand to manage snow accumulations.
The ministry’s snow and ice technicians will also be stationed at the Port Mann and Alex Fraser bridges, activating the cable collars as necessary to clear accumulations of snow. Lane closures on the bridges to support snow and ice operations will be in place.
“Drivers should be aware that provincial bridges and highways may be closed on short notice to prioritize driver and passenger safety,” the province says. “Drivers can assist maintenance crews by providing space for them on highways and moving over safely when they see a vehicle with an amber light approaching. This will allow crews to improve road conditions to reduce hazards for drivers.”
