Update: Environment Canada B.C. ended the snowfall warning for Trail early Friday morning.
However, there is a 90 per cent chance of flurries called for today and Saturday.
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Environment Canada B.C. has issued another snowfall warning for Trail.
The advisory, which was released just before 6:30 p.m. Thursday (Feb. 14), calls for up to 20 centimeters of snow.
Temperatures are forecast to hover near minus 5, or near minus 12 with the wind chill.
The storm is expected to carry over to Friday, with another two to four cm of accumulation and a high of zero.
This is the second alert for Trail this week, the first was on Tuesday when 15 cm+ of snow covered the valley.
As B.C. moves into Family Day long weekend the province is advising travellers to plan their trips in advance, check the weather forecast before leaving home and drive to conditions.
Now that B.C.’s Family Day aligns with other provinces, even more traffic is expected on highways, the ministry states.
“It is important that everyone stays safe as heavy snowfall, freezing rain, poor visibility and icy conditions can be encountered.”
Much of the province has experienced heavy snowfall in the last week, and road conditions can change quickly in British Columbia.
“While maintenance crews strive to keep routes safe and in the best possible condition, people must use caution and slow down when they encounter bad weather or limited visibility,” the release reads.
“Driving to current conditions will improve safety for everyone on the road.”
Some helpful tips for travelling in winter driving conditions this long weekend include:
- Check the weather forecast and adjust travel times to more favourable conditions or choose alternate routes.
- For current road conditions, check DriveBC.ca before leaving, as well as the nearly 800 highway webcam views available at more than 400 locations throughout B.C.
- Wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict movement while driving, but bring warm clothing (winter boots, coat, gloves and hat) in case getting out of the vehicle is required.
- Have an emergency plan, and ensure the vehicle is equipped with a windshield scraper and snow brush, food and water, a first-aid kit and other emergency supplies.
- If stuck or stranded, do not panic. Stay with the vehicle for safety and warmth. If available, use a cellphone to call for roadside assistance. If there is an emergency, call 911.