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By Dylana Kneeshaw

YELLOW WEATHER WARNING

Heavy rain, snowfall expected on Coquihalla, Trans-Canada Highways amid atmospheric river

Dec 10, 2025 | 3:40 PM

KAMLOOPS — While most of the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland are bracing for another atmospheric river, the Kamloops area is being warned about the potential for heavy rain and snow on higher elevation highways.

The incoming weather system has prompted a yellow-coded warning from Environment Canada Wednesday and is expected to last until around Thursday.

“In this case for the Coquihalla, we’re really watching out for heavy rain through the area,” explains meteorologist Ken Dosanjh. “Then as we move into tonight, that’s when you could see a bit of snow over the summit passes. But more again, we’re watching the more southwest sections of the Coquihalla.”

Environment Canada has put out yellow alerts for rainfall on the Coquihalla Highway from Hope to Merritt and snow along the Trans Canada Highway through Rogers Pass.

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“I think Rogers Pass has recorded 11 cm of snow from this morning, and we’re looking at 10-20 cm of snow for today, and a further 10-20 cm for tonight,” notes Dosanjh, “so we’re really anticipating some heavy snow accumulation to occur for this event.”

The warnings are in effect until at least Thursday (Dec. 11), but even without those alerts, drivers are reminded to adjust to winter road conditions.

“When you’re driving and the weather is inclement, lots of snow, we have a lot of freeze-thaw in the community here,” adds Kamloops RCMP Cpl. Dana Napier. “Remember to give lots of time to start to plan to slow down.”

Accidents or temporary closures along area highways aren’t entirely uncommon for this time of year and RCMP note that preparation can make a difference.

“If you’re planning to go on the highways this winter, let somebody know the route that you’re going and when you’re expected to be at that destination.”

Road closures and updates can be found on DriveBC’s website, and weather alert information is available through Environment Canada.