A wintry blast of snow in Metro Vancouver is expected to remain on the ground for at least the next week due to below-average temperatures. While temperatures may slightly moderate during the day over the weekend, any melting is likely to refreeze at night. This persistent cold has prompted school closures, university closures, and warnings from transportation authorities.
This week’s wintry blast of snow in Metro Vancouver will likely remain on the ground, with below-average temperatures forecasted well into next week.
Heavy snow and icy road conditions forced school districts in Victoria and North and West Vancouver to close their schools, while some Lower Mainland universities also closed campuses. The BC Highway Patrol asked commuters to reconsider driving on Tuesday after a fresh dump of snow caused multiple collisions on Highway 1 near the Port Mann Bridge caused long delays on the major Metro Vancouver link.
WINTER WEATHER SNOW COLD TEMPERATURES TRANSPORTATION BRITISH COLUMBIA
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Metro Vancouver Braces for Coldest Temperatures Yet This WinterDespite initial predictions of frigid temperatures reaching -5 C, Metro Vancouver residents will experience a slightly milder cold snap due to a high-pressure ridge deflecting the harshest Arctic air. Temperatures will still dip several degrees below average, with overnight lows predicted to reach -3 C. The cold spell is expected to last for at least another week, with a weak La Niña advisory potentially influencing temperatures throughout the winter.
Read more »
Metro Vancouver Braces for Potential Widespread SnowfallA combination of Arctic air and a low-pressure system is set to bring significant snowfall to Metro Vancouver over the next week, according to Environment Canada. While the first system will bring rain to the region, the second is more likely to result in snow at sea level. Residents are advised to prepare for 'wintery conditions' and potential hazardous driving conditions.
Read more »
Metro Vancouver Braces for Up to 25cm of Snow, Ice Concerns Amidst First Winter SnowfallThe first significant snowfall of the season in Metro Vancouver brought up to 10cm of fresh snow overnight Sunday, with predictions for up to 25cm accumulation in some areas. Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning for Metro Vancouver and surrounding regions, advising of hazardous road conditions due to snow and potential icy patches. Temperatures are expected to be below seasonal norms this week.
Read more »
Vancouver mayor to boycott Metro Vancouver meetings over ‘broken’ governanceOn Wednesday, the mayor of the largest city in the region announced he would boycott Metro Vancouver meetings.
Read more »
Vancouver Braces for SnowstormA man walks down a snow-covered street in Vancouver, British Columbia, amidst a winter storm.
Read more »
Wintry blast to continue after season's first big snowfall blankets Metro VancouverThe first snowy blast of winter in Metro Vancouver is expected to continue with up to 25 centimetres of snow predicted in some areas before it’s done today.
Read more »