Creston, British Columbia, Canada Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

Snow expected over high elevation passes.

Where: Paulson Summit and Kootenay Pass. 

When: Now to this afternoon.

What: Total snow accumulation of 10 to 20 cm with low visibilities at times.

Remarks: A cold trough over the interior brought snow levels down to near 1200 metres this morning. Periods of snow will continue over Paulson Summit and Kootenay Pass this afternoon. Total snow accumulation of 10 to 20 cm is possible before the threat of snow ends late this evening.

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Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.

Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.

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