Tommy Wirkola ("Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters") is returning to Norway to film a sequel to the 2009 horror film that he made his name on - "Dead Snow". Filmed in both English and Norwegian, the story follows the sole survivor of a Nazi zombie attack who battles an even larger army of zombies with the help of a professional gang of zombie … [Read more...]
Vancouver looking at overhauling snow removal plan
January 15, 2013 by
The City of Vancouver has passed a motion to revisit their snow removal plan--but unfortunately, it won't affect response to ice and snow this winter. Councilor George Affleck says city staff will be putting together a report on route priority. This after bike lanes were cleared before some bus routes during a snowfall in December. "We have a … [Read more...]
Snow and black ice for Metro Vancouver
January 14, 2013 by
Challenging driving conditions across Metro Vancouver today. A combination of snow and black ice has lead to a string of accidents. In Vancouver, many of the busses are running well behind schedule. So far, no serious problems are reported on the new Port Mann bridge. CKNW Vancouver News … [Read more...]
West Vancouver Police urge snow enthusiasts to stay inbounds after another rescue
December 23, 2012 by
A thirty-year-old snowboarder celebrated his birthday wet and cold in the North Shore Rescue Command Post early Sunday morning. This after crews were called to save the man who ventured out of bounds on Cypress Mountain--the second rescue in just four days. West Vancouver Police Sergeant Matt Dawson says there's no reason to go out of bounds when … [Read more...]
ICBC sees spike in claims for Alex Fraser Bridge as well, possibly due to falling snow and ice
December 21, 2012 by
It wasn't just the Port Mann Bridge wrecking havoc with cars during wintery weather Wednesday. "Ice bombs" falling from that bridge's support cables broke windshields, dented cars and sent two people to hospital. Adam Grossman with ICBC confirms there are also around 20 claims involving the Alex Fraser Bridge. "There's been some reports of similar … [Read more...]
Snow disrupts travel for busses, YVR, and BC Ferries
December 19, 2012 by
It's getting colder out there, creating havoc for bus drivers in Metro Vancouver. Translink spokesman Derek Zabel says the early-morning commute wasn't bad. But the snow is now turning to ice on the roads Buses are slipping around everywhere, but here's one of the worst areas reported by drivers: "Basically the West Side of Vancouver right now is a … [Read more...]
The Snow is Coming Down
December 19, 2012 by
Heavy snow is falling in much of Metro Vancouver, as predicted by CKNW’S Mark Madryga. "Well initially we did have a little rain overnight but quickly it turned to snow and became heavy in quite a few areas. The radar this morning is lit right up here and all across Vancouver Island, what I mean by that is showing extensive snow. … [Read more...]
More snow in the forecast for late tonight
December 18, 2012 by
More snow is on the way for tonight. CKNW's Mark Madryga says as opposed to this morning, where some parts of the Lower Mainland were spared the snow, it'll be a different story overnight. Madryga says a "well-organized" frontal system is moving in, on top of the cold air that will be here tomorrow morning. Temperatures will be close to zero … [Read more...]
Snow continues to snarl morning commute
December 18, 2012 by
Much of the morning rush hour commute heading into downtown Vancouver has been at a standstill. By 9:30 on a regular weekday, traffic is usually flowing at a steady pace, but thanks to today's snowfall, much of which has already melted, cars, trucks and buses have been stuck idling more than 30 minutes. Translink has been reporting backlogs … [Read more...]
Snow update
December 18, 2012 by
The snow has caused all kinds of trouble for commuters today and it won't all turn to rain for several more hours. A number of accidents have been reported throughout the region, with stalls on bridges and spin-out. SFU is telling students and staff NOT to come to work atop Burnaby Mountain until the buses start running again. Many hills in Metro … [Read more...]
