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How much snow falls in the B.C. mountains? The answer may shock you

Every winter we hear about the Rocky Mountain peaks getting snow almost constantly, but how much snow really accumulates on the B.C. mountain range? Meteorologist Jaclyn Whittal investigates, below.

One of the Rocky Mountain peaks captured while driving along the Icefields Parkway last August.

Rocky Mountains. Courtesy: Jaclyn Whittal. One of the peaks in the Rockies driving along the ice fields Parkway last August.

Covid-19

Global carbon dioxide emissions have returned to pre-pandemic levels

Experts say that an increase in travel and economic activity during the final months of 2020 contributed to the rise in emissions

traffic cars highway Credit: Pixabay

Nature

Turn your yard into a bustling ecosystem: Here's how to garden for wildlife

You're probably going to be spending a lot of time at home this spring. Why not transform your space into a sanctuary for local wildlife?

Photo: Sandy Millar https://unsplash.com/photos/vhRwpRRQbd0

Bumblebee/Unsplash

CBC News

All 32 crew members rescued from fishing vessel off Nova Scotia coast

'We're just so happy that everyone is safe,' said Ocean Choice CEO

Atlantic destiny CBC

Out of the February freeze on the Prairies, weekend highs will soar

Very warm and mid spring-like weather on tap for much of the Prairies this weekend,  as temperatures soar to values more typical of April and May. 

Calgary sky - Kyle Brittain

Will this blast of warmth signal spring in Ontario? We know better

While March came in like a lion, the next six days will be very much like a lamb with abundant sunshine across southern Ontario. 

GETTY snow melt

The Super Blood Flower Moon will shine in the night sky this spring

There's plenty to see in the sky this spring, but the upcoming total lunar eclipse is sure to be the 'star' of the season.

SuperFlowerBloodMoon-May26-2021-NASA-GuiseppeDonatiello-ScottSutherland

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes central Greece, felt in the Balkans

Strong earthquake felt in the city of Larissa in central Greece Wednesday

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Your Weather First: The Golden Horseshoe

Your Weather First has the inside scoop on the weather forecast for the GTA and Greater Golden Horseshoe area – directly from The Weather Network’s Forecast Centre meteorologists. 
The insider info here will help you make better decisions when weather is a factor in your plans. 

Your Weather First 

Winter's almost over, yet the East Coast is blasted with 50 cm of snow

The beginning of March brought some harsh winter conditions to Atlantic Canada, particularly in Newfoundland, which was hit hard Tuesday.


Newfoundland snow/Justin Boudreau

Recalling a 'need to see it to believe it' event when a house survived a tornado

There were 41 tornadoes that caused 23 deaths.

Tornado after

Indonesian volcano erupts again, here's why it has frequent blasts

Vulcanologists recorded a total of 13 separate blasts Tuesday after Mount Sinabung's first major eruption since August 2020. There were no immediate reports of injuries.

Indonesia volcano/PVMBG/Storyful 

What a hoot! Rare owl sighting captured in Calgary

'I'm over the moon with excitement...as this may be a once-in-a-lifetime find!'

Boreal owl. Courtesy: Kyle Brittain

Hungry bears roaming for food may find your bird feeder appealing

How to hang your bird feeders properly so you don't accidentally attract bears into your yard this spring.

Black bear - Getty Images

Elsa and Olaf, oh my: 'Frozen' characters appear on 2021 hurricane name lists

Don't let the names fool you: All hurricanes and tropical storms can be dangerous.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olaf_(Frozen)#/media/File:Olaf_from_Disney's_Frozen.png

Olaf from Disney's Frozen

Impossible travel across parts of Newfoundland as winter storm hangs on

Parts of Newfoundland and Labrador continue to deal with blizzard conditions, which forced flight cancellations and ferry crossings Tuesday.

NLSnowTwitter

The Conversation

Why do flowers smell?

A floral scent can be enjoyable for a person, but it has an important job for the flower.

getty rain flowers tulips sunset

Toronto sees uptick in raccoon bites during the pandemic

Working from home may lead to more interactions with raccoons, says Toronto Public Health.

UGC raccoon bird feeder Helmer Neilsen

Fires or floods? What Albertans should prepare for this spring

Will it be a year of fires, floods, both, or neither? Reporter Kyle Brittain takes a closer look at what Alberta can expect in the upcoming months.

Fires or floods

 Like a horror film, but real life: Caterpillar muzzles tomato's cries for help

File this one under: 'When fact is stranger than fiction.'

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helicoverpa_zea#/media/File:Tomato_fruitworm.jpg

Wikipedia - tomato plant

Think twice: Spring melt makes venturing out onto the ice unsafe 

With fluctuating temperatures, the ice that has formed on waterways is beginning to melt and is becoming unstable. Venturing out on the ice may not be a good idea and it’s important to check with locals before doing so. 

Wayne Hardie snapped this photo of ice melting along the shores of waterways in the GTA. 

UGC: Wayne Hardie snapped this photo of ice melting along the shores of waterways in the GTA. 

PHOTOS: Life-threatening snow squalls create havoc on Ontario roads

Intense snow squalls led to a multi-vehicle pileup and partial road closure on Highway 400 as they created hazardous whiteout conditions on Monday.

Snow squall Ontario/Mark Robinson

Over 50 babies were born while Storm Emma delivered 50cm of snow to the U.K.

Many areas of the U.K. received 50 cm of snow.

dublin winter

Temperatures to plummet after hazardous snow squalls blast Ontario

Howling winds and lake-effect snow squalls will finally ease after bringing dangerous whiteout conditions Monday, causing accidents and prompting road closures.

Snow squalls Ontario/Mark Robinson

Major winter storm eyes Newfoundland with treacherous blizzard setup

After marching through the Maritimes Monday, a vigorous winter storm will barrel through Newfoundland Tuesday with blizzard conditions and heavy snow.

Travis Reid Snow Mount Pearl NL UGC

Spring flooding still a concern with Great Lakes water levels

As we head into the spring, the Great Lakes could experience more flooding, shoreline erosion from potential high water levels.

Mark Robinson/Great Lakes levels

Nothing to see here, just an alligator popsicle

https://www.facebook.com/OkWildlifeDept/photos/a.262353923814227/3864428350273415/

Alligator - David Arbor - US Forest Service

100% renewable energy could power the world by 2030, experts say

Experts say the potential for rapid transformation of the world’s energy system has a parallel in the speed with which cars replaced horses in the 1900s. 

woman renewable energy design Westend61. Getty Images. filename:  GettyImages-1193072561

Why March is so dangerous when it comes to avalanches

Statistics suggest most avalanche-related deaths happen in March

pixabay - avalanche. Courtesy: jacky73490. Link: https://pixabay.com/photos/mountain-avalanche-snow-mont-blanc-4254821/

Sneaky springtime sunburn: What you need to know to stay safe

Though the weather may be cool and breezy where you are right now, you should always be protecting your skin from the sun. In this episode of *Health & Weather*, reporter Rachel Schoutsen outlines some of the unique risk factors that arise during springtime.

Pexels: Girl picking flowers, spring. Courtesy: Jill Wellington. Link: https://www.pexels.com/photo/girl-picking-flowers-459051/