Western Canada's brutal record cold temperatures cause havoc
Temperatures may retreat from record lows after a few days, but those expecting the abnormally warm weather seen in December may be disappointed
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Temperatures may retreat from record lows after a few days, but those expecting the abnormally warm weather seen in December may be disappointed
After an unusually warm start to winter, the cold is officially on its way to B.C.'s South Coast.
The so-far unseasonably warm winter weather is forecast to shift with temperatures plunging overnight into Thursday, with snow possible in the forecast.
Temperatures are expected to plummet into the negatives, spurring officials to warn of driving conditions, home warming issues and cold shelters opening, along with health risks.
Tuesday's heavier-than-expected snowfall caused havoc on Vancouver roads during the morning rush hour, and even a city truck equipped with a snowplow wasn't immune.