Special Weather Warning

Special Weather Statement in effect for:
East Vancouver Island - Duncan to Nanaimo
Southern Gulf Islands

Strong southeast winds
When: Overnight Friday into Saturday morning.

Hazards: High winds may cause tree branches to break. Power outages can be expected.

Remarks: A Pacific low-pressure system will begin to push into Vancouver Island and onto the South Coast Friday evening. Strong southeast winds of near 60 gusting to 80 km/h will develop late Friday evening. Slightly stronger gusts close to the water are possible and warnings will be issued as necessary.

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck
Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.