All Vancouver, Fraser Valley Schools Shut for Second Day as Winter Weather Persists

Published on January 18, 2024

All public schools in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley are shut for a second day, with more winter weather expected a day after a snowstorm caused havoc in southern British Columbia. Environment Canada says significant snowfall and a prolonged period of freezing rain are on the way for parts of Metro Vancouver and the valley including Langley, Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Hope. The agency says snowfall in southeastern B.C. is expected to taper off near noon, with 10 to 20 centimetres of snow forecast in parts of Vancouver Island before the snow turns to freezing rain. Vancouver International Airport says flight schedules could continue to be affected with winter weather persisting....

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