Weather Warnings Expand Across North Island and North Coast
Environment Canada reported on Saturday that weather warnings for strong winds on North Vancouver Island and Haida Gwaii have now extended to heavy rainfall alerts for broader North Coast regions.
Wind Warnings Remain for Coastal Areas
The existing wind warnings issued last night cover North Vancouver Island and Haida Gwaii, with southeasterly winds ranging from 70 to 90 km/h and gusts up to 110 km/h expected over exposed coastal locations.
“An intensifying frontal system will impact the B.C. coast today and overnight into Sunday morning,” states Environment Canada.
Gusts began early Saturday and should subside by Sunday, but there is a risk of power outages and disruptions to services and travel in the affected areas.
Safety Advisories
DriveBC also warned drivers to exercise extra caution on roads throughout the North Coast in the coming days.
❗️🌧️ A wind warning has been issued for #HaidaGwaii and north #VancouverIsland from the morning of November 8th until November 9th. Southeasterly winds are expected to reach 70–90 km/hr. Local utility outages are possible. @environmentca #PortMcNeilBC
“Damage to roofs, fences, branches or soft shelters is possible. Stay away from fallen power lines,” states Environment Canada.
Rainfall Warnings in Effect
On Saturday morning, rainfall warnings were issued for Haida Gwaii as well as North Coast communities such as Kitimat, Stewart, and Terrace. The region is forecasted to receive between 50 and 85 millimeters of rain from Saturday through late Sunday.
Summary
The combination of strong winds and heavy rainfall is expected to affect coastal and inland communities on the North Island and North Coast, with potential power outages and travel hazards through Sunday.
Author’s Summary
Severe winds and significant rainfall warnings across the North Island and North Coast highlight increased storm risks, prompting alerts for power outages and travel disruptions this weekend.
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