Atmospheric River Causes Chaos in B.C. on Election Day

Severe weather leads to road closures, power outages, and disruptions as voters head to the polls.

British Columbia's South Coast is experiencing significant flooding and power outages due to an atmospheric river.
Environment Canada has issued rainfall warnings, with up to 150 millimetres expected in some areas by Sunday.
Voting was disrupted as some polling stations temporarily closed due to power outages, but all have since reopened.
Several highways and streets, including parts of Highway 1, are closed due to flooding and dangerous conditions.
B.C. Ferries and other transportation services have canceled routes, urging residents to avoid travel if possible.