Heavy winds in Metro Vancouver, storm hangs off Vancouver Island

Updated 3 hours ago

Wind warning in effect for Metro Vancouver, with gusts up to 90 km/h

A wind warning is in effect for Metro Vancouver, with gusts up to 90 km/h expected this afternoon and evening.

Environment Canada has issued the warning for Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Coquitlam, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, and North Vancouver.

The strong winds are expected to cause damage to trees and power lines, and could make driving hazardous.

Storm hangs off Vancouver Island, bringing heavy rain and wind to the region

A storm is hanging off Vancouver Island, bringing heavy rain and wind to the region.

The storm is expected to bring up to 50 mm of rain to the island, with wind gusts of up to 90 km/h.

The heavy rain and wind could cause flooding and power outages.

BC Ferries cancels sailings due to storm

BC Ferries has cancelled several sailings due to the storm.

The following sailings have been cancelled:

Tsawwassen - Swartz Bay: 1:15 p.m. and 4:15 p.m.

Swartz Bay - Tsawwassen: 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Tsawwassen - Duke Point: 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Duke Point - Tsawwassen: 1:15 p.m. and 4:15 p.m.

Passengers are advised to check the BC Ferries website for the latest updates.

Stay safe during the storm

Here are some tips to stay safe during the storm:

Stay indoors if possible.

If you must go outside, be aware of your surroundings and watch for falling debris.

Secure any loose objects around your home or yard.

Have a plan in place in case of a power outage.

Monitor the weather forecast and be prepared to take action if necessary.

For more information on how to prepare for a storm, visit the Get Prepared website.