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Icy and slippery conditions on Highway 19, 30

NORTHERN VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C. – Highway 30 at Port Alice Road remains open, but conditions are icy.

According to an update from DriveBC, there is compact snow between Highway 30 and 19. Drivers are advised to be aware of slippery sections.

Port Alice Emergency also posted in a social media update that it is snowing quite heavily in the area, and advises travellers to drive to conditions. The department also advised those who do may not have winter tires to stay in town.

North of Campbell River, there is compact snow between Port Hardy Ferry and Rainbow Road for 169.9 kilometres. There are also areas with slush and slipper conditions.

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