Extreme Weather Response Shelters Open
“A cool and unstable airmass over the South Coast will bring freezing levels to near sea level before Tuesday morning,” stated Environment and Climate Change Canada. This announcement comes as extreme weather response shelters in Delta prepare to open on March 9 and 10 due to frigid temperatures expected to feel at or below 0°C.
The women’s only shelter at Crossroads United Church will be operational from 9 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., providing 10 inclusive spaces for self-identified women aged 19 and over. Meanwhile, the South Delta EWR shelter at Ladner United Church will be available from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m., accommodating up to nine guests aged 19 and over, including couples.
The Homelessness Services Association of BC issued an extreme weather response alert for Delta on March 8, highlighting the need for these shelters as temperatures drop. The shelters aim to provide a safe haven for those in need during the cold snap.
In addition to the shelters, Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for potential snow on March 10 and 11. Snowfall accumulations are expected to be highly variable across the region, with current forecasts indicating the potential for 2 to 5 cm of snow.
Due to the convective nature of the precipitation, snowfall accumulations will be highly variable across the region, which may impact travel and local conditions. Residents are advised to stay updated on the latest weather forecasts and prepare accordingly.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact timing and extent of the snowfall, but the community is urged to take precautions as the weather conditions evolve.
