(UPDATE: 11:25 a.m.) - North Okanagan RCMP have re-opened Highway 97.
The highway was initially closed between College Way and Bailey Road due to dangerous driving conditions.
As the snow continues to fall, RCMP asks motorists to exercise caution while driving in these poor conditions.
(Original: 10:20 a.m.) - Drivers in the Okanagan might be held up as dangerous road conditions caused RCMP to take action on Wednesday.
The North Okanagan RCMP have temporarily closed Highway 97 southbound from College Way to Bailey Road due to extremely slippery and dangerous conditions.
According spokesperson Const. Jocelyn Noseworthy, it is unknown at this time how long the closure will last.
“Road conditions across the North Okanagan are slippery and treacherous in places,” she explained. “RCMP are reminding the motoring public to drive to conditions if you must go out.”
Have you been driving in the Okanagan and came across some unfavourable road conditions? Let us know in the comments below.
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