10/20/2026
Frosty mornings have returned—and while it may still feel like fall in the valley, higher elevations can already bring snow, ice & rapidly changing road conditions.
Before heading out:
❄️ Fully defrost every window
🛞 Check your winter tires & tire pressure
⛓️ Carry chains when required
🚗 Slow down & leave extra following distance
📍 Check DriveBC before travelling
Be especially prepared around McDonald Summit on Highway 24, Messiter Summit near Blue River & the highway corridors toward Valemount and McBride.
And if you come across tow operators, road crews or emergency personnel working along the highway, please slow down, give them plenty of room & follow all traffic-control directions.
They’re working hard in unpredictable conditions to help keep our highways moving. Let’s help make sure everyone gets home safely.