Special Weather Statement Issued for North Coast and Bulkley Valley: Heavy Flurries Expected
Environment Canada warns of localized heavy flurries and sudden visibility reductions for the North Coast and Bulkley Valley through Friday afternoon.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement regarding localized heavy flurries and potential visibility hazards. The alert is currently in effect as an intense low-pressure system moves through the region.
Affected Areas
The primary regions impacted by this weather event include:
- North Coast (coastal sections)
- Bulkley Valley
- Portions of Highway 16 and Highway 37
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:
- Be prepared for rapidly changing and deteriorating road conditions.
- Allow extra time for travel to reach destinations safely.
- Continue to monitor local alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
- Report severe weather by emailing [email protected] or using the hashtag #BCStorm on X.
Expected Conditions
An intense low-pressure system over the Gulf of Alaska is bringing a cold and unstable airmass into northern British Columbia. This system will trigger bands of convective flurries across the North Coast and the Bulkley Valley. Localized areas may experience brief periods of significantly reduced visibility during heavier bursts. Snowfall accumulation is expected to be highly variable across these regions, depending on where these bands develop and how long they remain stationary over a specific area.
Timeline
The weather event is expected to persist from tonight through Friday afternoon, February 27, 2026. The alert remains in effect until approximately 4:17 PM local time on Friday.
Source: ECCC Official Notice