Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a special weather statement for Friday, November 22, for the Sunshine Coast from sḵelhp (Saltery Bay) to Powell River.
Another fall storm is forecast to impact Vancouver Island and the BC south coast on Friday. An area of low pressure will deepen off the Washington State coast tonight. This low is forecast to move northward and approach Vancouver Island on Friday.
Southeasterly winds will increase throughout the day on Friday, with peak wind speeds expected for most areas Friday afternoon and evening. Strong winds will ease Friday night 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 damages and disruptions, and slow down cleanup efforts.
Strong winds may down trees or cause tree limbs to break. Be prepared for power outages. Travel delays are possible. Secure loose outdoor objects.
BC Ferries issued a service on Thursday, November 21, at 11:55 am: “The following sailings between Little River (Comox) and Westview (Powell River) are at risk of being cancelled tomorrow, Friday, November 22, as a result of Environment Canada’s severe weather forecast for high winds in the Strait of Georgia:
Sailings at risk of cancellation: 7:10 pm departing Little River; 8:45 pm departing Westview.
Weatherhood has forecast today, Thursday, November 21, to be mild with a mix of sun and cloud with a high temperature of 10 degrees Celsius, with a small chance of rain showers. Friday, November 22, there is a 60 per cent chance of rain in the daytime and winds will pick up to 27 kilometres per hour by 6 pm.
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