Heavy rain expected for Howe Sound tonight

A weather alert has been issued by Environment Canada for Howe Sound. A robust frontal system will approach the B.C. coast on Thursday. By Thursday night rain will begin over south coast regions with the heaviest rain expected through the day on Friday. Rain will ease overnight Friday as the frontal band passes through.

Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance. Consider clearing leaves and debris from drainage areas as the heavy rain could pose issues with regards to potential local flooding.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@canada.ca or tweet reports using #BCStorm.

More details on the alert are available here.

September 16, 2021