Environment Canada has issued a warning about potential flooding along the south coast of British Columbia due to high tides and a low pressure system. The forecast includes areas such as Greater Victoria and Metro Vancouver, where strong winds and waves are expected to cause water levels to rise above normal this weekend.
The alert covers most of the Vancouver Island coastline, excluding the northern tip, as well as Metro Vancouver and the Sunshine Coast. The highest risk of flooding is anticipated on Sunday, with winds and surging waters posing a threat of debris and erosion in coastal regions, leading to possible flooding in low-lying areas.
Avalanche Canada has also raised concerns about a high risk of avalanches in various regions, including Metro Vancouver’s North Shore mountains, the Gibsons area, and parts east of Prince George. Furthermore, considerable avalanche risk exists between Squamish and Whistler, as well as in the Nakusp area, mountains north of Prince George, north of Smithers, and other locations in northwestern B.C.
Meanwhile, Environment Canada has lifted yellow-level freezing rain warnings in B.C.’s Interior, specifically for the Boundary, Similkameen, and Fraser Canyon areas.