Yellow Warning - Wind

Strong winds are expected.

Where: East Vancouver Island - Nanoose Bay to Campbell River, Sunshine Coast - Saltery Bay to Powell River.

When: Early this evening until midday Wednesday.

What: Southeast winds 70 gusting to 90 km/h.

Remarks: A very robust frontal system is bringing strong winds to the South Coast. Strong southeasterly winds will develop early this evening and will persist through the night before easing midday on Wednesday.

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Local utility outages are possible. Disruptions to services and travel are possible. Damage to roofs, fences, branches or soft shelters is possible.

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.