A snowfall warning is in effect for the Elk Valley.
Environment Canada issued the warning today at 9 a.m. as an active weather system continues to spread snow throughout the East Kootenays.
The forecast is calling for up to 30 centimetres of snow to fall by Sunday morning. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. If you are planning to travel west, there are also advisories for the Paulson and Kootenay Passes.
Mainroad crews are out, the priority being given to the numbered highways, bus, and commercial routes. Please watch for crews and give them the room to plow and to apply winter products. Please allow extra time for your travels and to insure you are driving to the conditions.
As always, motorists should leave extra time and be frequently checking www.drivebc.ca for road conditions and it would be advisable to check Environment Canada for any weather warning or alerts before setting out on a trip.
