Tag: Snow

B.C. breaks electricity demand record amid extremely low temperatures, BC Hydro

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Records were shattered for electricity demand in the province on Monday, according to B.C. Hydro

Mount Washington to open this weekend

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Mount Washington says the hill will be open Friday with all five carpets and the Eagle and Hawk chair lifts from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Weather Network Releases Winter Forecast

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The Weather Network says Canadians should expect a wild ride this Winter. However, meteorologist Brad Rousseau says for Vancouver Island...

More snow on its way

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Another round of snow is on its way. Environment Canada says a low pressure system in concert with arctic air...

Meteorologists Warn of Potential Snow This Weekend

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We could be getting some flurries within the next few days. Meteorologist Doug Lundquist with Environment Canada says a combination...

Hikers beware of deceptive weather conditions

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Back-country enthusiasts are being reminded to be prepared before heading out on a trip. Jan Neuspiel with Island Alpine...

Forecasters calling for rain heading into the weekend

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After a bit of snow Thursday afternoon, meteorologists with Environment Canada are saying we've got some wet days ahead...

Forecast calling for mix of snow and rain

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Environment Canada says we could be seeing some more flurries mixed in with rain starting Thursday evening and going...

Clear Your Catch Basins

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Residents are being asked to help make sure the incoming water has somewhere to go. Spokesperson Kyle Shaw says road...

Winter storm to be followed by rain

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Another blast of winter is set to hit the coast Wednesday. A winter storm warning has been issued for...

Hydro cancels planned power outage amidst snowy weather

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BC Hydro is canceling its planned power outages for the rest of the week. Spokesperson Karla Louwers says all...

Weekend snowfall sets regional records

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It was a record breaking weekend when it came to snowfall in the region. New snowfall records were set in...

RCMP urge cautious driving ahead of snowfall

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Environment Canada is warning of some potential snow as the weekend approaches, so Mounties are reminding residents to be...

Colder weather to hit the region this week

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The region is set for a cold snap in the next few days. Environment Canada's Armel Castellan says we're going...

Environment Canada says more snow on the way

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Environment Canada is calling for more snow for the BC Coast. Meteorologist Armel Castellan says the ridge of high pressure...

Mount Washington open for business!

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Skiiers and Boarders are heading up the hill Friday as Mount Washington opens for the winter season. Spokesperson Sheila Rivers...
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