Heads up for travelers using BC Ferries on the Campbell River to Quadra Island, Hornby Island to Denman Island, and Texada Island to Powell River routes.
Due to high winds in the area, BC Ferries has cancelled several sailings this morning. As a result, significant delays are expected throughout the day.
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Environment Canada has issued a wind warning for the eastern portion of Vancouver Island and the Strait of Georgia.
According to the weather agency, a frontal system crossing the south coast will bring strong winds to the Strait of Georgia early this morning. Southeast winds of 70 km/h gusting to 90 will ease later as the front passes.
Winds will ease as the day moves along.
Despite the gloomy weather forecast for today, things are expected to take a turn for the better as the week progresses. Temperatures are expected to rise, and by Friday, we can look forward to sunny skies and a high of 24°C.
