NO JOKE: Heavy snowfall forecast for Coquihalla Highway

It may be spring but heavy snowfall is expected on the Coquihalla Highway as early as Sunday night.

According to an Environment Canada special weather statement, the Coquihalla Highway between Hope to Merritt has the potential heavy snowfall from Sunday night, April 3 to Tuesday, April 5.

"An approaching Pacific system is expected to give significant amounts of snow across higher elevation passes beginning Sunday night. Snow, at times heavy, will impact travel conditions through to Tuesday," Environment Canada says.

The weather may bring adverse travel conditions and reduced visibility.

"Exact snowfall amounts are uncertain at this time, but guidance is beginning to agree on amounts ranging between 15 to 30 cm depending on location and elevation," Environment Canada says. "Follow local route forecasts for greater detail and please be prepared for adverse weather conditions."

Environment Canada reminds drivers that the weather in the mountains can change suddenly and result in hazardous driving conditions.

Road conditions can be found at DriveBC here.

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