It is expected for snow to begin in the Vanderhoof, Fraser Lake, Fort St. James area Thursday, taper off and then begin again in early Friday. Total accumulations are for 10-15cm of snow or snow equivalent.
A rain/snow mix has been forecasted Friday and temperatures have been forecasted near freezing. The rain/snow mix right at 0 typically produces the most challenging road conditions, especially over sustained 36-hour events like is currently forecast. We would like to remind everyone of the importance of driving to observed conditions and setting your vehicle up for success with proper visibility and winter tires, especially during the first event of the winter.
Public Works will be out and about plowing priorities streets and sidewalks.