A snowfall warning is in effect for the Central Okanagan, including Kelowna.
According to Environment Canada, the Okanagan is expected to receive 10 to 15 centimetres of snow today.
04:56 EnvCanada issued warning #Snowfall 10 to 15 cm #Kelowna #BCStorm https://t.co/F1yZd4qJmy
— Kelowna (@ECAlertBC48) January 12, 2020
“A low pressure system will move across southern B.C. today spreading snow,” according to a report issued by Environment Canada.
“At the same time, the arctic front will arrive with strong gusty winds and dropping temperatures this afternoon. These two systems will combine to give a brief period of intense heavy snow and blowing snow.”
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Near Boston Bar, West Kelowna and Peachland and Hope, 10 cm of snow is expected to fall within several hours this afternoon. Travelers also need to be extra cautious when driving over the Coquihalla Highway from Hope to Merritt as 15 cm of snow is expected to fall in several hours.
Travelers should prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Take frequent breaks and avoid strain when clearing snow.
The Kelowna International Airport is also experiencing flight delays and cancellations today.
As of 9 a.m. this morning, one arriving flight has been canceled and six have been delayed due to the snow and icy conditions. Further, four departure flights have also been delayed.
The winter storm in the Okanagan has hit #Kelowna International Airport departures with one cancelled flight and a handful of delays. @KelownaCapNews pic.twitter.com/gumGEzVk1m
— Daniel Taylor (@DanTaylorKCN) January 12, 2020
The snow in Kelowna is expected to end late this evening, but temperatures are expected to drop to -16 C.
Here's a look at #Kelowna's forecast for the next few days provided by Environment Canada. @KelownaCapNews pic.twitter.com/6bVYrxGtO8
— Daniel Taylor (@DanTaylorKCN) January 12, 2020
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