Yellow Snowfall Warning Issued for East Vancouver Island: Courtenay to Campbell River
Environment Canada has issued a yellow snowfall warning for East Vancouver Island, with 5 to 10 cm of snow expected to impact travel through Sunday.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow snowfall warning for parts of British Columbia. This alert, issued by the national weather agency, indicates that snowfall conditions are expected to impact the region through Sunday morning.
Affected Areas
The warning is specifically in effect for East Vancouver Island, covering the geographic area from Courtenay to Campbell River.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected area should prepare for challenging travel conditions. Visibility is likely to be reduced at times during the snowfall. Environment Canada recommends continuing to monitor local alerts and forecasts for updates. To report severe weather, the public can email BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using the hashtag #BCStorm.
Expected Conditions
Total snowfall amounts between 5 and 10 cm are expected across the warned area. These conditions are likely to result in reduced visibility and difficult driving conditions on local roads and highways.
Timeline
The snowfall warning became effective at 4:24 AM UTC on February 22, 2026. The alert is currently set to remain in effect until 2:22 PM UTC on February 22, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice