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In Greater Victoria, this has led to highway and road closures, campus closures and warnings issued for drivers.

Here's what's happening across the Greater Victoria region.

How roads have been affected

The Trans-Canada Highway has been reopened after it was closed to allow for crews to clear snow and multiple collisions.

"We have had multiple collisions reported today," said a post by the RCMP. "With the icy road conditions, please take extra time and precaution getting to your destination."

West Shore RCMP also warns drivers to avoid roads between 6 Mile and Helmcken roads. Northbound traffic is extremely backed up as crews addressed multiple accidents in the area late Monday (Feb. 3) morning.

The Weather Network has also indicated that the Malahat may receive up to 30 cm of additional snowfall.

Drive BC warns of slippery sections and wintery conditions on the Malahat Drive portion of the Trans-Canada Highway. A chain check is in effect, with commercial trucks requiring chains.

Drivers similarly face compact snow on the Pat Bay Highway from Saanich through to the ferry terminal, where travellers face delays with one ferry down potentially for the day.

The Saanich Police Department issued a safety warning as a result of the snow, urging residents to stay home if possible, and if drivers choose to travel, they should have the correct winter equipment, such as winter snow tires.

City districts remind people to use caution when driving or walking and allow extra time for travel as snow is expected to continue through the day across the region.

"If you must travel, plan extra time for your journey, expect delays and ensure your vehicle is equipped with supplies, including food, water, blankets and whatever you need for pets," said the Ministry of Transportation and Transit in a press release.

It's also a good time to be reminded that some routes, including the Malahat, require winter tires for all vehicles from Oct. 1 until April 30. This shows where winter tires are needed.

Schools and colleges

Camosun College in Saanich closed both campuses as of noon.

While classes were in session, the Greater Victoria School District cancelled all evening rentals for Feb. 3. Schools were open in Saanich and Sooke districts with all three reminding families to use caution when driving or walking and allowing extra time for travel as snow was expected to continue through the day across the region.

Other important info

The Capital Regional District closed Thetis Lake and Sooke Potholes parks due to the snow.

All CRD curbside recycling pickups were also cancelled for the remainder of the day.

The City of Colwood cancelled its Planning and Land Use Committee scheduled for Feb. 3 evening because of the expected snow and to ensure the safety of staff and participants. A new date will be announced in the near future.

The District of North Saanich also cancelled both its meetings planned for Monday (Feb. 3) evening. Agenda Items scheduled for the regular meeting of council will be deferred to meetings on Feb. 10 or Feb. 24.

"The Municipal Hall will remain open to the public, but we recommend avoiding unnecessary visits if possible," said a social media post by the district.

Two rounds of heavy snow are expected. Roughly five centimetres of snow is predicted for the region during Monday afternoon, with another potential 10 overnight. The temperature is expected to stay steady near -2C with a wind chill of -9.

Tuesday could see flurries with five to 10 cm of snowfall through the day with a high of 2C and a wind chill of -9C in the morning.