The powder snow that Fernie folk are accustomed to is finally arriving! Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Fernie – Fernie could get 15-25cm Tuesday afternoon through early Wednesday morning.

An approaching Pacific frontal system will track inland thursday and stall across the southern interior tonight. Heavy snow will begin this evening before changing to rain at lower elevations beginning Friday morning.

Winter fun is happening in Fernie with Fernie Alpine Resort’s opening and a number of other activities in full swing!

With this new snow Avalanche Canada is warning of the increased avalanche hazard and a generally-weak snowpack.

Predictable multi-year funding is critical for our operations and allows us to maintain our services for the backcountry community.