Overview of Latest Wind Warning: VIR

Strong outflow winds.

When: Today through Saturday.

Where: Mainland valleys and inlets of the North and Central Coasts.

Peak winds: Northeast outflow winds near 90 km/h.

Remarks:
A ridge of high pressure building over interior BC combined with a low pressure system approaching the BC coast will generate very strong outflow winds through mainland valleys and inlets.

Northeasterly outflow winds are strengthening early this morning and will reach 90 km/h this morning. Strong outflow winds ranging from 70 to 90 km/h are expected to persist through tonight and Saturday. As the low weakens and moves offshore, outflow winds will gradually ease below wind warning criteria Saturday overnight.

High winds may toss loose objects or cause tree branches to break. Utility outages may occur.

Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions due to high winds.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #BCStorm.

Another wind storm today, less intense than the last one.

When: This afternoon to this evening.

Where: West Vancouver Island.

Peak wind gusts: 90-110 km/h from the southeast.

Remarks: Another fall storm is forecast to impact West Vancouver Island today. An area of low pressure will deepen off the Washington coast is forecast to move northwards and approach Vancouver Island this afternoon.

Southeasterly winds will increase today, with peak wind speeds expected from this afternoon into the evening hours. Strong winds will ease overnight or early Saturday.

While this low is not as intense as the major storm that affected the area on Tuesday and Wednesday, and peak wind speeds are forecast to be generally lower, strong winds may still cause damage and disruptions, and slow down clean up efforts.

Gusty winds can damage soft shelters, tents and awnings at outdoor events. Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. High winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #BCStorm.