Wind warning issued for mid-Island ahead of ‘blustery’ Pacific storm
NANAIMO — The third of a series of storms hitting the region over the Remembrance Day long weekend is poised to be a big one.
Environment Canada has issued wind warnings for the entire coast of Vancouver Island, encompassing Nanaimo and Parksville, advising of sustained winds upwards of 70 kilometres per hour with gusts broaching 100 kilometres per hour beginning Tuesday, Nov. 12.
“Blustery southeasterly winds…will develop [Tuesday] evening over areas near the Strait of Georgia, Haro Strait and Boundary bay,” the warning reads. “Winds are expected to ease during Wednesday morning.”
Travel delays are expected with the winds causing potentially variable driving conditions, in addition to any BC Ferries cancellations.