Weather

A High Streamflow Advisory has been issued for the Skeena River through Kitwanga, Usk and Terrace. While major flooding is not expected, officials are warning the public to stay clear of fast moving water and unstable river banks.

British Columbia is likely headed for a warmer-than-normal summer, with Environment Canada forecasting above-average temperatures across much of the province.

The High Streamflow Advisories issued by the B.C. River Forecast Centre has ended for the Smithers, Terrace, Kitsumkalum, and Houston areas.

The River Forecast Centre has issued a High Streamflow Advisory for the Skeena River and tributaries around Terrace and Kitsumkalum as warm temperatures and rapid snowmelt continue to raise river levels across northwest B.C.

Terrace and Kitimat are under a “considerable” avalanche warning as storm snow builds, increasing the risk of dangerous and potentially destructive avalanches across the region.

Terrace has been placed under a high avalanche warning following a weekend winter storm that brought heavy snow, rain and unstable conditions to the region.

Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Terrace and Kitimat, with up to 25 cm of snow possible and rapidly changing travel conditions expected through the day.

Heavy flurries are expected to impact Terrace and Kitimat through Friday afternoon, with sudden reductions in visibility possible during intense bursts. Environment Canada is warning travellers to prepare for rapidly changing conditions on Highways 16 and 37.

Environment Canada has issued a yellow Arctic outflow warning for inland areas of the North Coast, including Terrace and Kitimat, with wind chill values near or below minus 20 expected through Thursday morning.