Our new Automated Avalanche Detection Systems (AADS) gather and deliver reliable, timely data that’s improving avalanche forecasting, shortening our avalanche control response time, and helping to reduce closures while enhancing highway safety. The technology serves Bear Pass on Highway 37A and Ningunsaw Pass on Hwy 37.
Our ministry staff join forces with local Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement officers, maintenance contractors, ICBC, RCMP and emergency responders on BC highways to remind drivers about preparing for winter driving, and hand out some helpful items. As hundreds of vehicles drove through these highway stops, they were provided with information about the importance of good winter tires and winter driving tips.
A big bundle of highway improvements have been underway in Prince George to keep commuters, commercial vehicles and local traffic safely on the move. Here are some highlights of our package of PG projects.
Northern B.C. is the place to drive in summer for long daylight hours, unspoiled wilderness and unlimited fishing, hiking and outdoor enjoyment. It also offers routes to the Yukon and Alaska – including the famed
Q. What train can travel 70 possible routes over a glacier, from 2,500 metre-high mountain tops down to near sea level, in about 20 seconds? A. An “avalanche train” in Bear Pass. An avalanche train
The small settlement of Wonowon, 85 kilometres north of Fort St. John, now has its own luminaires. Not to be confused with “luminaries” (famous, accomplished people) luminaires are light standards which rise up about nine
Handling extra large and heavy loads is easy for truckers entering B.C. on Highway 16, thanks to this roomy pullout. The ministry built the paved pullout, 500 metres west of the Alberta border, to give