Extreme Shelter Spaces Open Across the North as Temperatures Predicted to Plummet Over the Weekend

With temperatures expected to plummet over the weekend, residents are being reminded to take precautions and plan ahead.

Environment Canada is forecasting temperatures in the North and Interior to drop to between 10 and 20 degrees below normal, beginning Saturday.

Snowfall and strong winds are expected to accompany the cold air, further increasing the risk of frostbite and hypothermia.

To help those in need find warmth, the province has opened more than 5,000 shelter and warming spaces across BC.

In Terrace, the Ksan Society’s Extreme Weather Shelter at 4444 Lakelse Avenue offers 20 temporary beds to those over 19, subject to availability.

Prince Rupert’s Crane’s Crossing Shelter at 1080 3rd Avenue West offers 35 temporary beds for adults on a first-come, first-serve basis.

And Kitimat residents over 19 can access 4 temporary beds at the Tamatik Status of Women Association’s facility at 480 City Centre.

For a searchable list of all open extreme weather shelters, visit this link.