Fall storm to bring heavy rain along B.C. coast, parts of Vancouver Island
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for sections of British Columbia's coast, including the north and central coasts, where the first fall storm of the season is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds. The affected areas include Prince Rupert, Kitimat, Bella Bella, and the west coast of Vancouver Island, ranging from Zeballos to Sooke near Victoria.
The storm is anticipated to cause heavy rainfall on Tuesday, which could lead to localized flooding and heightened landslide risks. Strong winds are projected to reach their peak on Tuesday night.
The weather forecast agency warns that areas previously experiencing drought conditions, prevalent across southern British Columbia, may see more pooling and flooding due to the heavy rains. Additionally, the BC Wildfire Service notes that the province will face "fall-like" weather with higher relative humidity and seasonal temperatures, but cautions that drought conditions still persist in the southern Interior and southeastern B.C.
Despite the weather event being classified as a fall storm, official fall in British Columbia commences on September 22.
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