Orange Warning - Rainfall

Very heavy rain is occurring.

Where: West and Inland Vancouver Island.

When: Now until early this afternoon.

What: Total rainfall amounts of 150 to 250 mm.

Remarks: A strong frontal system over the area will weaken today. Rain will continue to ease as the front weakens.

A weaker weather system will bring more rain tonight and Friday.

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Localized flooding is likely. Some roads may become impassable. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced at times. Landslides may occur in vulnerable areas such as steep slopes, deforested areas or recent burn scars.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on social media using #BCStorm.