Latest Alert For: EMERG ALERTS

Issued on Wednesday December 18, 2024 21:44 PST by Environment Canada.

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Alert Details

Strong winds that may cause damage are expected or occurring.

What: Southeast winds near 90 km/h.

When: Late overnight to early Thursday afternoon

Where: Exposed coastal sections of North Vancouver Island and Central Coast.

Additional information:
A Pacific frontal system approaches the BC coast tonight and brings strong winds to the region. Ahead of the system, strong southeast winds near 90 km/h will develop along the exposed coastal sections of North Vancouver Island and Central Coast late overnight.

Winds will gradually ease below warning criteria early Thursday afternoon.

Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. High winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches.

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.

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