B.C.'s transportation ministry says an "intense spring storm" is poised to hit a 150 km stretch of Highway 1 between Golden and Revelstoke, requiring a possible closure for avalanche control work. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh)

By The Canadian Press

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DriveBC issues storm advisory for Highway 1

Apr 8, 2023 | 8:15 PM

British Columbia’s transportation ministry says an “intense spring storm” is poised to hit a 150 km stretch of Highway in the southeastern part of the province.

DriveBC issued a travel advisory Saturday for a portion of Highway 1 running between Golden and Revelstoke.

It says the storm is expected to peak on Monday and may require avalanche control work affecting traffic in both directions.

DriveBC says a closure of up to 8 hours may be required to ensure traveler safety.

The travel advisory covers the stretch of Highway 1 between Highway 23 South and Golden Donald Upper Rd..

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It says it will issue another update on Monday.

Check here for updates from DriveBC.

(The Canadian Press)