Big Weekend for Travel

Thursday, April 13, 2006 02:30 PM

The photo is a clip from the Coquihalla highway summit cam, where it certainly doesn't look like spring!

It is the first long weekend of spring, and that means lots of drivers on the roads, many heading to the lower mainland.

A couple of notes to keep in mind.

First, there is a wind warning in effect for the Fraser Canyon. Winds gusting to 90kmph expected throughout the evening. That wind may be accompanied by heavy rain, and for those who plan on travelling over the Coquihalla, that means snow.

Complete driving conditions can be found at www.drivebc.ca

ICBC says last year over the Easter long weekend, six people died and 800 people were injured in approximately 2100 crashes on B.C. roads.

“After a long winter, many British Columbians take advantage of the first long weekend of the year with a road trip. With increased traffic volume on roads, all motorists should use extra caution to ensure they have a safe long weekend,” said Solicitor General John Les.

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