Numerous crashes as winter weather returns

Update:

Kelowna RCMP is advising that a portion of Glenmore Road North is closed due to a collision.

At about 11:15 am, Kelowna RCMP responded to a single vehicle collision on Glenmore Road North near Slater Drive.

A grey pickup went off the road and struck a power pole, damaging the pole. It does not appear that the driver was injured in the collision.

Fortis BC is on scene and working on repairing the damage. During this operation, Glenmore Road North between Slater Road and Hilltown Drive will remain closed for safety reasons.

Motorists are advised to take alternative routes at this time.

Original:

Kelowna RCMP is warning local drivers to slow down and drive to conditions.

Police have received numerous reports of collisions this morning with the fresh snowfall.

“Road conditions are icy throughout our jurisdiction, and especially in areas where elevation increases,” said Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy of the Kelowna RCMP. “We are expected to continue to have snow or rain throughout the rest of the day. Before you head out on the road, make sure your vehicle is winter ready, and slow down out there so you can get where you’re going safely.”

Click here winter driving information on the BC Government website.