Blowing snow and snow drifts make driving a challenge

Prince George, B.C. –  Shovels and snowblowers seem to be the ‘order’ of the afternoon.

Gillett Street resident, Darrel Neil, is out doing what many in the city are attempting this afternoon – trying to stay one step ahead of Mother Nature.

There was a brief break over the lunch hour from the snow-bearing Pacific frontal system moving across the Central Interior, but it’s back.

Traffic on the main routes is kicking up plumes of snow that can make driving a challenge and the side streets are being blanketed by another layer.

Environment Canada is forecasting rain to be added to the mix by late afternoon, with rain showers or flurries overnight.

While the temperature is only minus 1.5, the gusting wind is making it feel much colder.  The wind is pegged at between 30- and 50km/hr for the rest of the day.