Environment Canada has issued renewed snow warnings for east Vancouver Island, with areas from Courtenay to Campbell River and Duncan to Nanaimo expecting significant snowfall. Arctic outflow winds are fueling convective flurries, leading to sudden visibility reductions and hazardous road conditions. Emergency officials urge caution, recommending people stay home if possible.
A blast of winter weather will continue to wreak havoc on east Vancouver Island as Environment Canada renewed a round ofThe warnings apply to areas from Courtenay to Campbell River, which could see totals of 10 to 20 centimetres, as well as Duncan to Nanaimo and Nanoose Bay to Fanny Bay, which could receive another 5 cm of snow today.
“Rest of the day, and it’s in the forecast for at least two more days, and we’re supposed to get some next week,” said Rinas.
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