Vancouver Island
weather alerts

This statement is in effect for parts of the coast due to the following hazard(s):
- Higher than normal water levels

Elevated ocean water levels are expected with enhanced wave activity and strong winds at times.

Hazard: Possible coastal flooding due to storm surge. Water levels will likely exceed highest astronomical tide.

When: During Sunday high tide, occuring from 11am to 2PM local time.

Where: Low-lying and exposed coastal sections of the Southern Gulf Islands, Saanich Inlet, Swartz Bay to Cordova Bay, Cordova Bay to East Sooke

Discussion:
A series of Pacific low-pressure systems are moving across the region and coinciding with a period of high tides this weekend. The storm surge enhancement to the high tide cycle will cause water levels to exceed high astronomical tide. East to southeasterly winds gusting from 60 to 90 km/h are expected over exposed coastal sections tonight and will cause enhanced wave action and swells in some areas.

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.

This statement is in effect for parts of the coast due to the following hazard(s):
- Higher than normal water levels

Elevated ocean water levels are expected with enhanced wave activity and strong winds at times.

Hazard: Possible coastal flooding due to storm surge. Water levels will likely exceed highest astronomical tide.

When: During Sunday high tide, occuring from 11am to 2PM local time.

Where: Low-lying and exposed coastal sections of the Southern Gulf Islands, Saanich Inlet, Swartz Bay to Cordova Bay, Cordova Bay to East Sooke

Discussion:
A series of Pacific low-pressure systems are moving across the region and coinciding with a period of high tides this weekend. The storm surge enhancement to the high tide cycle will cause water levels to exceed high astronomical tide. East to southeasterly winds gusting from 60 to 90 km/h are expected over exposed coastal sections tonight and will cause enhanced wave action and swells in some areas.

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.

Heavy rain is expected.

Another round of significant rain for the west coast.

When: Today and tonight.

Where: West Vancouver Island, Inland Vancouver Island & North Vancouver Island.

Remarks:
Another moisture laden low pressure system is crossing the South Coast and bring prolonged periods of rain to the region today. Heayv rain will change to periods of moderate rain this afternoon before easing to light showers overnight.

Total rainfall amounts over the region extending between Zeballos, Gold River and Port Alice is expected to reach between 80 to 150 mm, while Tofino and locations further south can expect between 50 to 100 mm.

Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas.

Watch for washouts near rivers, creeks and culverts.

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.

Heavy rain is expected.

Another round of significant rain for the west coast.

When: Today and tonight.

Where: West Vancouver Island, Inland Vancouver Island & North Vancouver Island.

Remarks:
Another moisture laden low pressure system is crossing the South Coast and bring prolonged periods of rain to the region today. Heayv rain will change to periods of moderate rain this afternoon before easing to light showers overnight.

Total rainfall amounts over the region extending between Zeballos, Gold River and Port Alice is expected to reach between 80 to 150 mm, while Tofino and locations further south can expect between 50 to 100 mm.

Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas.

Watch for washouts near rivers, creeks and culverts.

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.

Heavy rain is expected.

Another round of significant rain for the west coast.

When: Today and tonight.

Where: West Vancouver Island, Inland Vancouver Island & North Vancouver Island.

Remarks:
Another moisture laden low pressure system is crossing the South Coast and bring prolonged periods of rain to the region today. Heayv rain will change to periods of moderate rain this afternoon before easing to light showers overnight.

Total rainfall amounts over the region extending between Zeballos, Gold River and Port Alice is expected to reach between 80 to 150 mm, while Tofino and locations further south can expect between 50 to 100 mm.

Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas.

Watch for washouts near rivers, creeks and culverts.

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.

Heavy rain is expected.

When: This morning.

Where: East Vancouver Island - Courtenay to Campbell River.

Remarks:
Another moisture laden low pressure system is moving across the South Coast. Rain will ease this morning, with total rainfall amounts near 50 mm .

Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced at times.

Watch for washouts near rivers, creeks and culverts.

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.

This statement is in effect for parts of the coast due to the following hazard(s):
- Higher than normal water levels

Elevated ocean water levels are expected with enhanced wave activity and strong winds at times.

Hazard: Possible coastal flooding due to storm surge. Water levels will likely exceed highest astronomical tide.

When: During Sunday high tide, occuring from 11am to 2PM local time.

Where: Low-lying and exposed coastal sections of the Southern Gulf Islands, Saanich Inlet, Swartz Bay to Cordova Bay, Cordova Bay to East Sooke

Discussion:
A series of Pacific low-pressure systems are moving across the region and coinciding with a period of high tides this weekend. The storm surge enhancement to the high tide cycle will cause water levels to exceed high astronomical tide. East to southeasterly winds gusting from 60 to 90 km/h are expected over exposed coastal sections tonight and will cause enhanced wave action and swells in some areas.

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.