7:37 p.m. PST Monday 15 December 2025
Special Weather Statement in effect for:- Coquihalla Highway - Hope to Merritt
Moderate to strong winds this afternoon
What:
Wind gusts ranging from 70-90 km/h
When:
Now till late evening
Where:
- South Thompson
- Nicola
- Coquihalla Highway
- Okanagan Connector
Additional information:
In the wake of a low pressure system, strong westerly winds will continue over the regions early this evening. The winds will ease late this evening as the low moves further away from the area.
Local utility outages are possible. Secure loose objects. Exercise caution when driving in crosswind prone areas.
Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.
Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #BCStorm.
For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.