Good Wednesday to you, Squamish!
There's an artic outflow warning in effect for the Sea to Sky Highway, Whistler and Pemberton.
It is set to last from this morning into Thursday morning.
These warnings are released when bitterly cold air flows from the Interior to coastal communities and the outflow winds create wind chill values of -20 C or less for six hours or more.
"Strong outflow winds and cold wind chill values are expected or occurring," the warning reads.
"The combination of very cold temperatures and light to moderate outflow winds will bring wind chill values near -20 C this morning. Wind chill values will moderate this afternoon and return to near - 20 C tonight. Frostbite and hypothermia can occur within minutes if adequate precautions are not taken when outdoors. Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions. If outside, dress warmly in layers and stay dry. Cover as much exposed skin as possible to avoid frostbite."
On the plus side, it is set to be sunny today.
Sunrise today is at 7:28 a.m., sunset is at 5:27 p.m.
A warm place to duck out of the cold
With the current cold snap, the District is reminding locals that municipal buildings are available as warming centres.
麻豆社国产Public Library
鈫� Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 10 am to 7 pm
鈫� Monday, Friday and Saturday: 10 am to 5 pm
鈫� Sunday: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Brennan Park Recreation Centre
鈫� Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
鈫� Saturday and Sunday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The 55 Activity Centre
鈫� Monday and Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
鈫� Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
鈫� Saturday: Programs Only
鈫� Sunday: Closed
For more information on how to prepare for cold weather, go to .
Don't ski on the golf course
In a message that shouldn't have to be posted, the 麻豆社国产Valley Golf Club is asking locals not to skate/cross country ski on the course.
Obviously, doing this could damage the course.
Signage has been installed.
"Staff will ask people disobeying the signs to leave the premises. Thank you for your understanding," reads the post.
Winter tires
Don't forget, since Oct. 1, winter tires or chains are required on the Sea to Sky Highway. It is the law.
"Passenger vehicles and light trucks need to use tires that have the three-peaked mountain and snowflake symbol or 'M+S' on the sidewall. This applies to two-wheel, all-wheel, and four-wheel drive vehicles. The tires need to be in good condition and have a tread depth of at least 3.5 mm (5/32鈥�)," reads the site.
"Designated winter tires are your best option for staying safe in winter conditions. We recommend using a set of four matched winter tires with the three-peaked mountain and snowflake symbol."
The tires must stay on through to March 31. Not having proper winter tires or chains can earn drivers a fine of $121.
Driving issues to note
鈥�, watch for road maintenance work planned between Brunswick Beach Rd and Porteau Cove Rd (Lions Bay), starting today at 8:30 a.m. until this evening at 5:30 p.m. The left lane will be closed. Watch for traffic control personnel.
鈥耻谤迟丑别谤 , watch for slippery sections between Lil'wat Pl and Hat Creek Rd for 100.6 km (Lillooet).
There's compact snow.
鈥濒蝉辞 watch for slippery sections between Hat Creek Rd and the end of Highway 99 for 20.4 km (50 to 71 km north of Lillooet).
Moon phase
The moon is full.
The moon's illumination is currently 100%.
It is currently located in the constellation of Pisces, according to
B.C. extremes
Yesterday's hot spot in all of B.C. was Solander Island (Located 1.5km west of Brooks Peninsula, northwest coast of Vancouver Island. , which saw a high of 6.2 C, according to
(The high at Squamish Airport yesterday was 2.3 C.)
The coldest spot in B.C. on Feb. 11 was Puntzi Mountain (near Williams Lake), which dipped to 34.1 C.
Seawater temp
According to , the water temperature in Howe Sound today is 6.5 C.
February average water temperature in Howe Sound is 6.6 C, the minimum temperature is 5.4 C, and the maximum is 8.3 C.
Avalanche forecast
According to , today, the alpine rating is moderate, the treeline rating is low, and the below treeline rating is low.
Known problems include and snowpack.
The advice for today from is:
"Wind slabs continue to be reactive to human triggering. Seek out wind-sheltered terrain and watch for terrain traps."
- The best and safest riding will be on slopes that have soft snow without any slab properties.
- Avoid areas where the snow feels stiff and/or slabby.
- Be careful with wind-loaded pockets, especially near ridge crests and rollovers.
- Be careful with sluffing in steep terrain, especially above cliffs and terrain traps.
Reduce, reuse, recycle
The District reminds locals that 麻豆社国产DOX Recycling, located at 40446 Government Road, is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m..
The recycle hub accepts a variety of recyclable materials, including: glass, flexible plastics, foam packaging, paper and cardboard, containers (plastic, metal, and paper).
Events to note
There's always something going on in this town. Here's a few upcoming events that stood out to us.
Tonight, there's Speed Dating (40+), at Trickster's Hideout, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Trickster's is located at 38005 Cleveland Ave.
"Valentine鈥檚 Day is just around the corner, and Trickster鈥檚 Hideout is playing Cupid with our Save the Date: Valentine鈥檚 Speed Dating Spectacular for the 40+ crowd!
Feel the Love in the Air, Squamish鈥擨t鈥檚 Time to Warm Your Heart," reads the listing.
Feb. 14, there's something unique for Valentine's Day, Paint + Sip: Paint Your Partner is on at Trickster's Hideout, located at
38005 Cleveland Ave., from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
"While it鈥檚 the perfect date night for couples, it doesn鈥檛 have to be your partner鈥攂ring your best friend, your Galentine, or anyone you鈥檇 love to share a laugh and a glass of wine with," reads the listing.
There are many more events coming up; go to our online events calendar to see them all! Want a possible shout-out in our daily report? Load your event into our free calendar by clicking "Create an event."
No parking
鈥� Parking on select streets in 麻豆社国产is now restricted to one side only, until March 1, 2025.
"This ensures snow plows and emergency vehicles can safely navigate during winter conditions," says the District.
"Vehicles parking on the No Parking side of the street may be ticketed and towed at any time to ensure community safety. The fine for impeding snow removal is $250."
Affected streets:
- Hemlock Avenue - Cedar Drive to Spruce Drive
- Chestnut Avenue - Cedar Drive to Spruce Drive
- Fir Street - Pine Drive to Spruce Dr.
- Third Avenue - Pemberton Avenue to Winnipeg Street (No parking on East side); Pemberton Avenue to Vancouver Street (No parking on West side)
- Fourth Avenue - Winnipeg Street to Main Street (No parking on West side)
- Fifth Avenue - Winnipeg Street to Main Street. (No parking on West side)
- Sixth Avenue - Entire street. (No parking on West side)
- Eaglewind Boulevard - No perimeter parking near the roundabout at the end of Pemberton Avenue
- Edgewater Drive - Government Road to Edgewater Crescent (No parking on East side)
- Edgewater Crescent - Entire street. (No parking on the outside perimeter of the Crescent)
- No Name Road - Entire street. (No parking on East side)
- Brothers Place - Entire street. (No parking on South side)
- Britannia Avenue - Magee Street to Buckley Avenue. (No parking on East side)
- Harris Road - Government Road to cul-de-sac (No parking on South side)
- Hope Road - Depot Road to Axen Road (No parking on East side)
- Diamond Road- Tantalus Road to Garibaldi Way. No parking on North side.
- Diamond Head Road - Garibaldi Way to Mamquam Road- No parking on West side.
- Glacier View Drive - Entire street. No parking on the outside perimeter.
To find out more, go to: .
Gas prices
In Squamish today, regular gas is going for 184.9 cents per litre at the 麻豆社国产Valley Gas Bar, at 9001 Valley Dr.
Gas in Whistler is 185.9/l at the Co-op, located at 2101 Lake Placid Rd.
In Pemberton, you can fill up for 180.9/L at most stations.
The cheapest gas in B.C. can be found in Osoyoos, where you can fill up for the Canco at 9121 97th St.
