Snow falling on B.C. highways, drivers urged to be cautious as wintry weather arrives [Video]

Drive BC is warning drivers to be careful travelling around the province as snow has started falling on highways and at higher elevations.

Snow is falling heavily in the Sea to Sky region near Whistler and drivers should expect delays due to winter driving conditions.

Drive BC is warning that vehicles should be equipped with proper tires and drivers should travel with emergency kits.

A snowfall warning is in effect for the Sea to Sky region (Squamish to Whistler) with up to 20 centimetres of snow expected through Friday night.

Snow is also falling on the Coquihalla Highway and many areas of the Southern Interior.

Drive BC webcams from the northern region of the province show heavy snow as well.

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland.

“Freezing levels will drop to roughly 300 metres Thursday night so higher elevations of the South Coast could see two to five centimetres …