Global BC meteorologist Kristi Gordon says this weather event is a 'classic coastal snowstorm where the milder Pacific onshore flow will be battling the cold Arctic outflow.'
Temperatures are expected to plummet into the negatives, spurring officials to warn of driving conditions, home warming issues and cold shelters opening, along with health risks.
Environment Canada is projecting not only high winds along the North Coast, but also snowfall for many parts of the province, including the South Coast.