Occurred Nov 6, 2026, 5:08:00 PM UTC

First published Nov 7, 2026, 12:28:15 AM UTC · Last updated Nov 7, 2026, 12:28:15 AM UTC

Strong winds

Almost impassable on Little Fort Ferry (Thompson-Nicola District)

Reported by British Columbia 511 — Major Events and Road Closures

Little Fort Ferry in British Columbia’s Thompson-Nicola District is closed due to high winds, with a full road closure reported. The notice was last updated November 6, 2026, at 4:03pm PCT.

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Affected location: Little Fort Ferry

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The ferry closure affects travel at Little Fort Ferry while the reported high-wind closure is in effect.

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