Fighting Extreme Cold

Things You Need To Know About Vancouver

Vancouver is considered a temperate region of Canada.

• It is only a short drive away from some of the coldest regions in the country, with the coast mountain range to the north, and the upper Fraser and interior regions to the east.
• Temperatures regularly reach -10 degrees Celsius. Within the city, although temperatures can drop to -3 degrees Celsius, regular wind and rain make the effects of cold a real concern for residents.
• Even in the gulf islands, access to communication and electrical power outages are a major concern.
• The water ways that surround Vancouver also play a huge role in extreme cold because of the variety of regions and activities accessible to residents.

This page will provide an in-depth guide to dealing with many different types of weather and cold conditions, and how to deal with them.

Forms Of Extreme Cold

Forms of severe weather in the Vancouver area may include:

• Severe cold or wind chill
• High levels of snow
• Freezing rain
• Blizzards and rainstorms

Snow And Ice

Snow can be fun, but can be dangerous for drivers and pedestrians if they are not prepared. It is also your legal obligation to clear the sidewalk and driveway in front of your home after snowfall, because not doing this so a fine-able offense.

New residents should purchase the following items in preparation for snow

• Proper winter clothing
• A snow shovel and road salt
• Snow tires and antifreeze for your vehicle