Active AlertsCanim Lake 5, BC

Yellow Warning - Wind

Issued at Wed 4:56 AM Nov. 11
Issued by: Environment and Climate Change Canada
Description

What: Strong and damaging southeasterly winds are expected.

When: Today into this evening.

Where: Highway 97 - Clinton to 100 Mile House via Begbie Summit, 100 Mile, Cariboo.

Additional Information:
Another strong and slow moving frontal system will lie across central B.C. today. Southeasterly wind will strengthen further this morning with gusts to 70 km/h. Winds will continue to increase to 50 km/h gusting up to 90 through the afternoon before easing this evening.

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Local utility outages are possible. High-sided vehicles will be pushed around by the wind.

Wind warnings are issued when there is a significant risk of damaging winds.

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.

Recommended Action


Secure loose objects. Stay away from fallen power lines. Prepare for possible disruptions to transportation, services, and utilities.

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