Metro Vancouver Weather Update: Rainfall Warning Issued
Stormy conditions persist with more storms forecasted through the weekend. Unlike typical Vancouver falls with large storms spaced apart, this season features smaller, frequent storms impacting B.C.'s south coast, limiting dry fall days.
Weather Details and Rainfall Totals
Environment Canada meteorologist Brian Proctor describes the Lower Mainland as experiencing [translate:«fairly typical fall weather»] with nearly constant precipitation and few extended dry periods.
A frontal system continues to deliver moisture to Vancouver Island and southern B.C. Southeast areas like Ladner and Tsawwassen may accumulate 20–30 mm of rain by mid-Thursday. Near Vancouver International Airport (YVR), totals are expected to reach 30–40 mm, increasing to 40–70 mm around the North Shore, Port Moody, and Port Coquitlam.
Rainfall Warning and Wind Advisory
A rainfall warning is active for the North Shore due to a second frontal system expected Thursday. This storm might add another 30–40 mm of rain by Friday morning.
“We'll see some decent 30 km/h [translate:«[winds]»] gusting to 50 km/h and up to 70 km/h in the Strait of Georgia,” said Proctor, noting that strong gusts could cause power outages.
Water pooling is anticipated on roadways and in low-lying zones as a result of heavy rain and gusty winds.
Summary: Persistent storms bring frequent rainfall and strong winds to Metro Vancouver, raising concerns for flooding and power disruptions.
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