“Winds will pick up on Monday as the cold front swings across the province,” said Christy Gordon, Global BC meteorologist. “Winds are not expected to reach the warning criteria of gusts of around 60-70 km/h.”
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Concerns lie with dry and drought-stricken trees that can be toppled by gale-force winds, according to Gordon. “Power outages and danger from falling branches or trees are possible,” Gordon said.
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Story continues below ad Special weather statements have been issued for much of the province, including Vancouver Island, Greater Victoria, Sunshine Coast, Whistler, Howe Sound, Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, Okanagan Valley and the Southern Gulf Islands. Environment Canada Weather Warning Map for BC as of 2 p.m. Sunday, October 9, 2022. Environment Canada “A cold front will sweep across the South Coast on Monday afternoon bringing our first wind event of the season,” Environment Canada said. “Northwest winds of 40 km/h gusting to 60 can be expected and will be strongest near the water and along the frontal passage. Conditions will ease on Monday night as the front moves out of the province. “Little to no rainfall accumulation is expected during this period.” People are encouraged to visit Environment Canada’s weather alert webpage for more information.
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