Strong Winds Alert: Southern BC Coast

0:00Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for much of Southern British Columbia's coast and parts of Vancouver Island, warning of. Strong and gusty winds kicking in late Monday afternoon and lasting it to Tuesday morning. Guests could hit up to 70 kilometers per hour thanks to a vigorous cold front sweeping across the South Coast and stirring up those powerful. Westerly winds. The alert covers Metro Vancouver, Greater Victoria, East Vancouver Island from the Nanaimal area south and the Southern Gulf Islands were loose. Objects might get tossed around and tree branches could snap. Expect possible utility outages and disruptions to travel or services. Folks should secure their stuff outside and stay alert. VC. Fairies is flagging potential cancellations on the Swords Bay to Salawassen route, specifically the 8 p.m. sailing from Swords Bay and the 10 p.m. from Salawassen. Due to those winds in the Strait of Georgia, plus a mechanical glitch on the Spirit of Vancouver Island. Other trips should roll, as planned, but check updates before heading out.

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