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Traffic Change at Haisla Bridge

Traffic Change at Haisla Bridge

February 4, 2022 – The District of Kitimat will be conducting scheduled repairs to Haisla Bridge, from February 7 to February 11. 

Single-lane, alternating traffic will be in effect during this work, which will run from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. each day.

Please allow adequate time to reach your destination if driving.

RECREATION FACILITY USE - January 19, 2022

RECREATION FACILITY USE January 19, 2022 – Yesterday, January 18, 2022, the Provincial Health Officer announced that gyms in British Columbia may re-open on January 20, 2022, with additional controls in place. However, an order from Northern Health remains in place for our health region until January 31, 2022. This order limits recreation facility use. We are actively seeking clarification on these conflicting Orders. Until we receive confirmation that we are permitted to reopen, the following activities...

FREEZING RAIN: PLEASE EXERCISE CAUTION

 

FREEZING RAIN: PLEASE EXERCISE CAUTION

January 10, 2022 – Freezing rain is causing extremely slippery conditions on roads and walkways throughout Kitimat.

Crews are currently out with plowing and sanding equipment, but as rain continues to fall, conditions remain very icy.

 Please exercise caution on roads and walkways, and avoid driving if possible.

Snow and Road Clearing Update January 2022

Snow and Road Clearing Update - January 2022

Kitimat is seeing an unusually cold winter. In December, the average temperature in Kitimat is usually about -2°C, and this year it was -7°C, with a cold snap of -20°C at times. It's been cold in January too, where the average temperature is -3°C and this year its averaged -10°C degrees. Here are a few things to keep in mind this winter:

• Through December and January, freezing rain has caused ice buildup on roads, sidewalks, and driveways that can’t be...