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Another winter storm warning has been issued for Greater Victoria

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Another winter storm warning has been issued for Greater Victoria, with snow turning into freezing rain throughout Thursday morning. 

According to Environment Canada, up to 2 cm of additional snow may fall this morning before turning into freezing rain. 

The weather agency forecasts freezing rain to affect inland areas such as Port Alberni, Lake Cowichan and the Malahat highway as well as Victoria and East Vancouver Island.

Rapidly accumulating snow could make travel difficult in some locations and is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility. 

Nearly 28 cm of snow was recorded at Victoria International Airport Thursday morning causing cancellations and delays with BC Transit and BC Ferries sailings.

As in the past few days, surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery.

If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.

And just a friendly reminder, clear all the snow from your vehicle before heading out.

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