Monday, March 18, 2024

Some B.C. Ferries sailings cancelled due to high winds

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B.C. Ferries has cancelled some sailings between Vancouver and Vancouver Island due to high winds.

The 7am and 9am sailings have been cancelled due to wind both to and from Swartz Bay.

Get the latest status from BC Ferries here

Wind Warning 

Environment Canada issued a wind warning early this morning stating an intense Pacific frontal system currently over northern Vancouver Island will slowly move eastward across the south coast this morning.

Ahead of the front, strong southeast winds will reach speeds up to 80 km/h, especially over exposed coastal areas.

Even stronger winds up to 100 km/h are forecast along the west coast of Vancouver Island.

Winds will ease to south at around 30 to 50 km/h in the wake of the system this morning.

 

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