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Multi-day Vernon Search Rescues 3
VSAR Confirms Two Separate Rescues in Hunters Range, Including Missing Snowmobilers

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5 hours ago


Major Highway Closures Remain as Flooding and Storm Impacts Continue
December 13 2025 - Major transportation routes between the Lower Mainland and the Interior remain closed or disrupted as crews continue repair work following heavy rainfall and flooding linked to an atmospheric river. The most significant impacts continue on Highway 1 through Abbotsford and Highway 3 between Hope and Princeton , both of which remain closed as of Friday. Highway 3: Hope to Princeton Still Closed Highway 3 remains closed in both directions between Hope and Pri

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6 hours ago


Missing Snowmobilers Located in Hunters Range
Two snowmobilers reported missing in the Hunters Range since Wednesday have been located

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11 hours ago


Snowfall Warning Vernon
Snowfall warning for North Okanagan and surrounding regions

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Dec 11 min read


Coquihalla Highway 5 & Okanagan Connector 97C Road Report
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT Saturday, November 2, 2024: Coquihalla Highway (Hwy 5) and Okanagan Connector (Hwy 97C) drivers should brace for a challenging start to the week. Environment Canada has issued a Special Weather Statement for mountain passes in southern B.C., including Coquihalla and the Connector, with heavy snow, high winds, and poor visibility forecast for Monday and Tuesday. Expect strong south winds on Monday, turning west-northwest by evening. Snow accumula

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Nov 2, 20241 min read


Heavy Rainfall Prompts Concerns Along Coquihalla Highway
Coquihalla Highway, BC - December 5, 2023 - 4:55 AM PST In a weather alert issued early this morning, residents and commuters along the Coquihalla Highway, from Hope to Merritt, are urged to exercise caution as heavy rain persists in the region. The downpour, anticipated to continue until this afternoon, has prompted concerns about potential flooding and landslides. Meteorologists predict total rainfall amounts ranging between 60 to 80 mm, increasing the risk of local floodi

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Dec 5, 20231 min read
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