Storm to bring heavy rain and possible flooding to South Coast highways through week's end

Drivers on Highway 99 through the Sea to Sky corridor and Highway 1 through the Fraser Canyon should expect pooling water, fallen debris and short-notice closures starting Tuesday, Nov. 10, when a storm reaches South Coast highways and runs through the week, according to the Ministry of Transportation and Transit.

The Malahat and western coast communities on Vancouver Island are also expected to see the worst conditions, with wind, heavy rainfall and possible flooding.

Ministry contractors are clearing debris from roadways and drainage infrastructure, monitoring corridors through the storm and ready to respond immediately.

Before travelling, check DriveBC at drivebc.ca and leave space for highway maintenance crews. The ministry has not set a date for any closure to lift or named the specific locations that may close.