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Highway Alerts for: Sea to Sky - Squamish to Whistler

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Rainfall Warning in effect for:
  • Sea to Sky - Squamish to Whistler

Heavy rain expected on Friday into Saturday. Where: Metro Vancouver and Howe Sound and sections of the Sea-to-Sky highway south of Whistler. When: Friday and Saturday. What: Storm totals of 40 to 70 mm are expected in Metro Vancouver, 70 to 100 mm possible in the Sea-to-Sky corridor, and higher amounts potentially exceeding 100 mm over the North Shore Mountains. Hazards: - Water pooling on roads - Swollen rivers and creeks - Minor coastal flooding Remarks: A strong fall storm system will direct an atmospheric river towards the South Coast, bringing heavy rain to the region. Rain will begin Friday morning and intensify through the afternoon and evening, with the heaviest rain expected Saturday morning and early afternoon. Rain should ease on Saturday evening, though a second pulse of rain is expected Sunday. Ahead of the storm, ensure that drains are clear of leaves and debris and secure loose objects out-of-doors. Keep up to date with the latest advisories from the River Forecast Centre at: https://bcrfc.env.gov.bc.ca/warnings/index.htm Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions. If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance. Road conditions are available at drivebc.ca. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #BCStorm.

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