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B.C. weather: Snowfall warning issued for much of the Interior

Up to 50 cm of snow forecast for Peace River, Bulkley Valley, Cariboo, North Coast, Prince George, Stuart-Nechako and Williston weather regions

Heavy snow has been forecast for much of the B.C. Interior on Feb. 1, 2023.
Heavy snow has been forecast for much of the B.C. Interior on Feb. 1, 2023. Photo by Aleesha Harris /PNG

Environment Canada has issued a series of snowfall and winter weather warnings for the middle third of the province, with overnight snowfalls of up to 50 cm forecast in some areas.

The warnings were issued Tuesday afternoon and cover the Peace River, Bulkley Valley, Cariboo, North Coast, Prince George, Stuart-Nechako and Williston weather regions. The major urban centres that will be impacted include Prince Rupert, Quesnel, Smithers, Terrace and Vanderhoof.

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The heavy snow is expected to fall through the night, creating hazardous driving conditions. It has been created by a Pacific frontal system that has stalled over the B.C. Interior meeting with cold arctic air.

“Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve,” Environment and Climate Change Canada said.

“Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow. If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance.”