Special Weather Statement In Effect

What: Moderate to strong gusty winds.

When: Now till this evening.

Where: - Chilcotin - Cariboo - Fraser Canyon - 100 Mile House - Highway 97 - Clinton to 100 Mile House via Begbie Summit - South Thompson - Nicola - Coquihalla Highway - Okanagan Connector

Additional information: Another strong low pressure system is approaching the B.C. coast, bringing a prolonged period of southeasterly winds with gusts ranging from 60 to 80 km/h across the B.C. Interior. These winds are expected to peak this morning. Winds will then ease slightly before an incoming cold front brings a strong push of southwesterly winds, with gusts potentially reaching 90 km/h starting late this morning for western regions. These gusty winds are expected to ease by this evening.

Local utility outages are possible. Secure loose objects. High-sided vehicles will be pushed around by the wind. Parks and forests will likely sustain some damage.

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