By Canadian Press

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Environment Canada warns heavy snow expected for coastal B.C.

Jan 7, 2024 | 12:14 PM

VANCOUVER — Environment Canada says inland sections of the central and south coasts of British Columbia should prepare for significant snowfall early this week.

It says there is also potential for snow at sea level along the coastal sections of the south coast and eastern Vancouver Island Monday.

But the weather office says mild air moving into the region will help transition any coastal snow to rain by Monday afternoon, with the most significant amounts expected for West Vancouver Island.

It says strong winds will develop on the west side of Vancouver Island Monday night and continue into Tuesday.

Environment Canada says these winds will also reach the inner south coast on Tuesday.

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It says weather warnings may be issued as needed when the storms develop this week.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 7, 2024.

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