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Snowfall warning issued, 20-40 cm anticipated for Banff, Canmore areas

Between 20-40 cm of snow in the Bow Valley is expected by Tuesday night.

BOW VALLEY – Snow is on the way.

A snowfall warning has been issued for the areas of Banff National Park, Canmore, and Kananaskis Country with potentially 20 to 40 centimetres on the way by Tuesday night (Feb. 21).

When the white stuff starts flying Sunday night (Feb. 19), it is going to be caused by two distinct weather systems, according to Environment Canada.

“Snowfall will begin this evening (Feb. 19) along a cold front, with 5 to 10 cm expected by Monday morning. Locally higher amounts are possible, particularly along the foothills west of Calgary, which could see 10 to 20 cm overnight. Reduced visibilities in heavy snowfall are anticipated.

“Snowfall with the second system will begin late Monday afternoon, bringing another 15 to 25 cm by Tuesday evening,” the Environment Canada statement said.

Coming with the flurries will be frigid temperatures. This week in the Bow Valley, temperatures are anticipated to dip into the -20s and -30s C.

Motorists should prepare to adjust to winter driving conditions.

To stay up-to-date with the latest road conditions, visit 511.alberta.ca.

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