High waves and wind are on the agenda for much of coastal Vancouver Island on Wednesday (Dec. 27).
Environment Canada predicts strong winds for coastal sections from Greater Victoria to Nanoose Bay, Campbell River and the Sunshine Coast.
Another strong frontal system is approaching B.C. bringing southeast winds of 70 km/h with gusts to 90 over exposed coastal sections of the south Island by late morning.
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Those are expected to build into the northern Strait of Georgia by early afternoon.
As always, high winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches.
Winds are forecast to subside below warning criteria in the evening.
The wind warning issued late Tuesday combines with a special weather statement issued earlier that day warning of elevated sea water levels and large waves anticipated for the coast.
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Waves up to five to seven metres are expected during high tides, predicted for around 7 a.m. and noon in Greater Victoria.
“Waves and pounding surf will produce higher than normal water levels along the coast, especially near high tide. These waves can cause damage to coastal infrastructure, especially at locations that have been prone to impacts during similar events in the past,” Environment and Climate Change Canada warns.
Black Press Media spoke with meteorologist Brian Proctor from Environment Canada about the wind warning for Vancouver Island and Coastal areas for Wednesday and Thursday.
