Special Weather Statement In Effect

What: Moderate to strong gusty winds.

When: Now till late this evening.

Where: - Nicola - Coquihalla Highway - Hope to Merritt - Coquihalla Highway - Merritt to Kamloops - Okanagan Connector - Merritt to Kelowna

Additional information: A strong low pressure system is approaching the B.C. coast and is bringing a prolonged period of southeast winds with gusts ranging from 60-80 km/h to the B.C. Interior and highway passes. Later this afternoon, an incoming cold front will bring a strong push of southwest winds, with gusts potentially reaching 90 km/h. Winds are expected to gradually ease overnight.

Another potentially stronger storm is set to follow on Saturday evening.

High-sided vehicles may be pushed around by strong crosswinds. Parks and forests areas may sustain damage.

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Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.

Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.

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.