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'Sharp cold front' to bring high winds, fall storm to Eastern Fraser Valley, Okanagan, Cariboo regions
Environment Canada said the storm could bring 60 to 80 km/h gusts, lower snow levels and a risk of thunderstorms across several interior routes.
- Environment Canada issued a special weather statement on Friday morning for a fall storm expected Saturday, Oct. 17, bringing mixed conditions to the Eastern Fraser Valley, Okanagan, and Cariboo regions.
- A sharp cold front moving across the Interior on Saturday will generate strong gusty winds of 60 to 80 km/h, with snow levels dropping to 1500 metres in southern areas and 1200 metres in central regions.
- Localized power outages, fallen branches, and slippery conditions threaten drivers on Oct. 17; Environment Canada advised high-profile vehicles to exercise caution in the strong winds.
- While the storm affects the Okanagan Connector and Highway 3, the Chilcotin area, including Kamloops and Ashcroft, will not be impacted by the Oct. 17 system.
- Mandatory winter tire requirements on the Highway network began Oct. 1, an essential preparation as conditions shift across the Interior during the fall storm season.
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