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Fog Warnings Blanket Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island as Travel Disruptions Persist

A stubborn high-pressure ridge is trapping moisture near the surface, and forecasters expect visibility to improve once the pattern weakens by mid-week.

Overview

  • Environment Canada’s yellow fog warnings remain in effect for inland Vancouver Island near Port Alberni and for most of Metro Vancouver, excluding the North Shore.
  • Near-zero visibility is expected through Tuesday afternoon, with slight afternoon improvements and fog redeveloping overnight until the pattern changes.
  • Vancouver International Airport is operating under low-visibility procedures and has cautioned passengers about potential delays.
  • Comox Valley Airport reports diversions, delays and cancellations affecting WestJet, Air Canada and Pacific Coastal Airlines, including at least six departures and four arrivals canceled on Jan. 18.
  • Motorists are urged to slow down, use headlights and keep safe following distances as forecasters maintain high confidence in conditions easing later this week.