Coquihalla Summit southbound, about 7 km north of Zopkios Brake Check/via DriveBC
A heads up for drivers attempting to make their way too and from the Lower Mainland this morning.
A blast of coastal air has been dumping significant snowfall amounts along the Coquihalla.
It appears the Summit area is the most affected.
DriveBC is advising of an 70 to 80 km/h variable speed restriction for southbound traffic at Mine Creek to the Great Bear snowshed.
From there, the limits jump back up to 100 km/h on the rest of the Summit area, which is normally a 120 km/h zone.
A coastal system being described as an atmospheric river has been inundating the region with snow since last night, with around 20 to 30 centimeters hitting certain sections.
Crews with Yellowhead Road and Bridge are out trying to keep pace with the snow, and have been going full-tilt since yesterday afternoon.
Crews are working to maintain #BCHwy5. With warmer temps snow is falling and accumulating as slush, creating slippery sections. Please drive with caution and watch for flashing yellow lights, indicating plows or traffic control at work. #shiftintowinter #winterstorm @DriveBC pic.twitter.com/9UzEBfILAS
— YRB Nicola Ltd (@YRBNicola) March 9, 2025
The company — in charge of clearing the Coquihalla — is reminding you not to pass snowplows you encounter.
The TransCanada Highway through the Fraser Canyon appears to be avoiding the worst of the snow.
So far no reports of major accidents or incidents amid this current dump of snow.
