The Coquihalla Summit at 8:30 a.m Sunday (Dec. 20). (Image credit: Drive BC)

By Dylana Kneeshaw

WINTER STORM WARNING

Winter storm warnings in effect for Coquihalla Highway, Okanagan Connector

Dec 20, 2020 | 8:40 AM

MERRITT — Environment Canada is urging drivers to take caution today with winter storm warnings in effect for several Interior highways.

A warning is in effect for the Coquihalla Highway from Hope to Merritt, and Highway 3 – Hope to Princeton via Allison Pass. Snow is expected to begin early Monday morning and intensify before tapering off Monday evening. The forecaster says snowfall amounts could range between 25 to 35 cm.

A winter storm warning is also in effect for the Okanagan Connector from Merritt to Kelowna, with heavy snowfall projected to begin Monday.

And in the Nicola and Boundary regions, Environment Canada is projecting 15-20 cm of snowfall in higher terrain areas.

Drivers are asked to take extra care on any essential trips, and to consider postponing non-essential travel. The forecaster reminds motorists that weather in the mountains can change quickly and bring hazardous driving conditions.

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