South Coast Wednesday afternoon has begun — along with a scramble by students and others to get home before the worst of the weather hits. Environment Canada has warned of "hazardous winter conditions," including a risk of freezing rain and strong northerly winds near 70 km/h in some places. Snow started in the early afternoon, easing at about 3:30 p.m. PT, but expected to intensify later in the afternoon and evening. (CBC)The City of Coquitlam changed to rush hour traffic signals an hour early on Wednesday, anticipating an earlier commute. Several universities announced they'll be closed Wednesday afternoon, including:Simon Fraser University (Burnaby campus).

Source: CBC News February 08, 2017 22:42 UTC