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Rainfall Warning in Effect for B.C. South Coast as Pacific Front Brings Heavy Weekend Rain

Forecasters urge caution on coastal routes with rainfall intensifying Saturday before easing Sunday morning.

Overview

  • Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a rainfall warning covering northern Metro Vancouver and several South Coast corridors.
  • Residents in West and North Vancouver, the Tri-Cities, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge, Howe Sound, and the Sea to Sky Highway from Squamish to Whistler are included in the alert.
  • Metro Vancouver is forecast to receive 50 to 70 millimetres of rain starting Saturday, with the system weakening early Sunday.
  • West Vancouver Island north of Tofino could see 80 to 100 millimetres as the Pacific frontal system moves through.
  • Officials warn of pooled water and sudden drops in visibility, advising extra travel time as reporters note slick commutes already underway.