Drivers hoping to avoid the snowmageddon that took place at the end of 2022 should brace for more trouble as Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning this weekend for Vancouver Island and the Southern Gulf Islands.

The statement is predicting as much as 15 centimetres of snow for Highway 1 over the Malahat and the Alberni Summit on Highway 4.

B次元官网网址淔or travel over the Malahat and Highway 4, all personal vehicles are required to have winter tires (M+S or mountain snowflake symbol) in good condition,B次元官网网址� reads the statement. B次元官网网址淎ll commercial vehicles must carry chains. Drivers are asked to avoid unnecessary travel when weather conditions are poor, prepare for delays and longer commutes, and ensure their vehicles are properly equipped with winter tires. Avoiding travel on Saturday when the weather is forecast to be poor will help the Ministry of Transportation and InfrastructureB次元官网网址檚 maintenance contractors keep the roads clear.B次元官网网址�

The snow will be mixed with sub-zero temperatures this weekend, the statement said, adding that contractors are B次元官网网址減roactively applying anti-ice brine, and will plow and sand to provide better traction.B次元官网网址�

Drivers are being warned to keep their distance as sand is applied and to not pass winter maintenance equipment.

B次元官网网址淒rivers can assist maintenance crews by moving over safely when they see a vehicle with an amber light approaching,B次元官网网址� says the statement. B次元官网网址淭his allows maintenance crews to clear the snow and improve road conditions to reduce hazards for drivers.B次元官网网址�

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