Happy Saturday to you, Squamish.
What a Diwali night. About 700 gathered at the Sikh Gurdwara to celebrate with food and prayer.
Today will be mainly cloudy with a 40 % chance of showers, according to Environment Canada.
Tonight will be cloudy with a 60 % chance of showers.
We will see a high of 7 C and a nighttime low of 2 C.
According to Environment Canada data, yesterday's hot spot in B.C. was Bella Bella, which hit 12.1 C. (Squamish saw a high of 7.9 C on Nov. 1).
The cold spot in B.C. was Puntzi Mountain, (located 117 road miles west of Williams Lake), which saw a dip to -10.4 C.
Today's B.C. hot spot is predicted to be Sheringham Point (about 18.3 kilometres past downtown Sooke), which could reach 9.6 C.
Today's cold spot is set to be Dease Lake, which are both forecast to dip to -10.2 C.
Looking ahead
According to Squamish meteorologist Jason Ross, a temporary ridge of high pressure will build over the region on Sunday, with dry conditions for the South Coast, before a strong frontal system brings rain to the B.C. coast on Sunday night into Monday.
Temperatures will be in the mid-to-high teens during the day and hover around 2 C at night. Tuesday and Wednesday look to be the best days of the week, with sunshine forecast.
Sunrise & sunset
Sunrise on Nov. 2 was at 8:05 a.m. Sunset today will be at 5:47 p.m.
Remember that daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 3, with clocks rolling back one hour at 2 a.m., making it dark even earlier each night.
Moon phase
The moon is in its new moon phase.
The moon's illumination is currently1.38%.
The moon is currently located in the constellation of Pisces, according to phasesmoon.com.
Moonrise was at 9:39 a.m.; moonset is at 5:56 p.m.
Tides
The next low tide will be at 12:54 p.m. (height: 3.27 metres); the next high tide today is at 5:47 p.m. (height: 4.24 m), according to tide-forecast.com.
Seawater temp
According to seatemperature.info, the seawater temperature in Howe Sound today is 9.8 C.
Based on historical data over a period of 10 years, the warmest water on this day in Howe Sound was recorded in 2015 and was 10.9 C, and the coldest was recorded in 2007 at 9 C.
Seawater temperature in Howe Sound is expected to drop to 9.2 C in the next 10 days.
November average water temperature in Howe Sound is 8.8 C, the minimum temperature is 7.3 C, and the maximum is 11.2 C.
What to do with those pumpkins now
Pumpkins are huge bear attractants. Here's a fun way to get rid of them safely!
Pumpkin Drop – Squamish Fire Rescue Fundraiser
When: Sunday, Nov. 3, 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Alex Munro Fire Hall 1, 37890 Clarke Dr.
Looking for a way to get rid of your pumpkins after Halloween while supporting a good cause?
Bring your pumpkins and make a donation to Squamish Community Christmas Care, and watch the firefighters drop them from the hose tower at Hall 1!
Parking: Please park only in the designated visitor spots or the overflow lot.
Got batteries?
Have a bunch of old batteries lying around?
The District's curbside battery collection program is on the week of Nov. 4 to 8.
Simply put out your batteries on your regular garbage and organics collection day that week.
→ Place batteries into clear, sealable plastic bags.
→ On your regular collection day that week, place the sealed battery bags on top of your recycling tote.
That is it!
Winter tires
Don't forget, since Oct. 1, winter tires or chains are required on the Sea to Sky Highway. It is the law.
"On B.C. roads and highways where winter tires are required, passenger vehicles and light trucks need to use tires that have the three-peaked mountain and snowflake symbol or 'M+S' on the sidewall. This applies to two-wheel, all-wheel, and four-wheel drive vehicles. The tires need to be in good condition and have a tread depth of at least 3.5 mm (5/32”)," reads the 4 Road Safety at Work site.
"Designated winter tires are your best option for staying safe in winter conditions. We recommend using a set of four matched winter tires with the 3-peaked mountain and snowflake symbol."
The tires must stay on through to March 31. Not having proper winter tires or chains can earn drivers a fine of $121.
Spit Road closure
The Squamish Training Berm (Spit Road) is now closed until Nov. 15, as Squamish River Watershed Society (SRWS) crews install a third large fish-friendly box culvert.
"This feature will replace the current undersized culvert, which will improve fish access and allow freshwater to transfer into the central estuary channel from the Squamish River," reads a SRWS post.
The work is part of the Central Estuary Restoration Project.
Events to note
There's always something going on in this town.
Tonight, gamers unite at the Board Game Meetup at Arrow Wood Games, from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (The store is located at 38157 2 Ave.)
"Join Arrow Wood Games for an evening of fun, games and social connections. The Event Host will carefully select the perfect games for the group while fostering a fun and positive environment. No prior game knowledge or experience is necessary," reads the listing.
Also tonight, Q in concert, at the Brackendale Art Gallery: Café & Culture Centre, at 41950 Government Road, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
'"Q' Brooke Bachand 2x Irish music award-winning non-binary West Coast artist 'q' (they/them), formerly Qristina Bachand is a consummate performer who is clearly at ease on stage, & they are known for their powerful fiddle & captivating vocals. Their contagious energy and love of Folk and Celtic music are always at the forefront as they bless audiences with energetic and spirited performances which showcase their propensities for fiddling as well as song & story-sharing,' reads the listing.
There are many more events coming up; go to our online events calendar to see them all!
Want a possible shout-out in our daily report? Load your event into our free calendar, by clicking "create an event."
Drive BC Highway 99 issues to note
Coming up: Highway 99, northbound. Utility work is planned between Taylor Way and Lake Placid Rd for 0.4 km (Whistler), starting Thursday, Nov. 14 at 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. that night. The right turn lane will be closed.
Gas prices
In Squamish, the least expensive regular gas is going for 167.9 cents per litre at Squamish Valley Gas Bar, at 9001 Valley Dr.
In Whistler, petrol is 170.9/L at the Chevron, located at 8110 Crazy Canuck Dr.
According to GasBuddy, one of the least expensive places for gas today in B.C. is Penticton, where you can fill up for 148.9/L, at the Gen7 Fuel Station, located at 101 Green Mountain Rd.
