Strong winds are expected to persist through much of Wednesday, Oct. 30, prompting a wind warning from Environment Canada. (Ian Holmes/NanaimoNewsNOW)

By NanaimoNewsNOW Staff

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Wind warning issued for Oceanside ahead of strong Pacific storm

Oct 30, 2024 | 11:46 AM

PARKSVILLE — Blustery conditions are expected to persist through much of the day, prompting a formal warning from Environment Canada.

The weather office issued a wind warning for eastern Vancouver Island from Nanoose Bay to Fanny Bay, encompassing areas around Parksville and Qualicum Beach.

“A Pacific frontal system moving across Vancouver Island will produce strong southeasterly winds,” the warning reads. “The strong winds ease this afternoon when the front weakens.”

Winds are expected to be from the southeast at around 70 kilometres per hour, gusting to 90 kilometres per hour over exposed coastal sections.

“Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. High winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches,” the warning added.

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A similar warning is in place for the Victoria area, however winds are not expected to be as bad around Nanaimo or Duncan.

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