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• Atmospheric river brings about 150 mm of rain to B.C.’s South Coast

  This atmospheric river is expected to last until Wednesday morning, but more rain is on the way after that, according to forecast models.

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  Mar 16
• Parts of B.C. to see wet, windy start to week as atmospheric river approaches

  Residents in parts of British Columbia can expect a cold, wet and windy commute this morning as an atmospheric river approaches the coast.

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  Mar 16
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• Winter’s grip continues across much of Canada; forecasts call for snow, freezing rain

  Snow is continuing to fall in parts of Ontario, B.C. and Quebec, with heavy rain and freezing rain expected in some communities in the Maritimes and Ontario.

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  Mar 15
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• Strong atmospheric river forecast to hit coastal B.C. as spring break begins

  A strong atmospheric river is forecast to impact coastal B.C. beginning midday on Sunday, and potentially continuing for several days, Global BC meteorologist Kristi Gordon said.

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  Mar 13
• Hurricane-strength winds knocked over semi trucks on the Coquihalla Highway

  The trucks were travelling on the Coquihalla Highway, before the Othello Road exit, when it is believed the first few trucks were blown on their sides.

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  Mar 12
• Fraser Valley cleaning up after windstorm that knocked out power, closed schools

  Thousands of people were left without power in Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford and Mission after powerful winds swept through the region, bringing down power lines and trees.

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  Mar 12
• Special weather statement issued for Metro Vancouver due to potential snow

  The organization says a cool and unstable airmass over the South Coast will bring freezing levels to near sea level overnight and into the morning hours.

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  Mar 9
• Much of Alberta, parts of B.C. and Saskatchewan set to see dangerous winds

  The weather agency says high-sided vehicles could be pushed around by the wind, and there could be damage to roofs, fences, trees and soft shelters.

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  Mar 8
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• Meteor visible, booms heard across B.C.’s South Coast

  Videos shared online from different areas of Metro Vancouver show two bright flashes around 9:08 p.m., followed by two booms minutes later.

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  Mar 4
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• Heavy snow expected for Coquihalla Highway, 40 to 60 cm in forecast

  A frontal system is passing through the region, bringing strong southwesterly winds and instability, Environment Canada says.

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  Feb 25
• Parts of B.C.’s South Coast set to see snow-rain mix with ‘rapidly changing’ travel conditions

  A weather system making its way down from Alaska is expected to bring precipitation to B.C.'s South Coast this week, prompting Environment Canada to urge caution for motorists.

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  Feb 15
• Evacuation orders lifted in B.C.’s Comox Valley after flooding

  Evacuation alerts were cancelled and all evacuation orders rescinded in B.C.’s Comox Valley after flooding conditions improved and safety assessments were completed.

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  Jan 31
• Comox Valley issues State of Local Emergency due to flooding, 1 person may be missing

  In a statement, the regional district says that residents are encouraged to follow the directions of emergency service personnel and obey all road and trail closures.

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  Jan 30
• 2025 is in the top 10 for Canada’s severe weather-related insured losses

  A new report found that 2025 ranks in the top 10 years of all time for the most insured damages caused by severe weather in Canada.

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  Jan 20
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• B.C.’s balmy January brings out blossoms, but a cold snap could put plants in peril

  A couple weeks ago, North Vancouver resident Larry Sewell looked down a street in his neighbourhood and did a double take.

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  Jan 20
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• Atmospheric river prompts evac order, alert in Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island

  Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for the Fraser Valley, much of Metro Vancouver, and some parts of Vancouver Island.

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  Jan 12
• Heavy rain and snow bring messy start to weekend for B.C. north coast

  It's gearing up to be a wet and messy day along British Columbia's north coast as an atmospheric river system brings another blast of winter.

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  Jan 9
• B.C. South Coast hammered by heavy rain but mountains getting new snow

  Higher elevations of Metro Vancouver had a chance of snow on Tuesday morning, but drivers were spared the challenge as temperatures dropped to only 2-3 degrees.

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  Jan 5
• Fog, snow squalls and freezing rain: Winter weather warnings in place across Canada

  Environment Canada issued a number of yellow weather warnings on Friday, ranging from dense fog in British Columbia to lake-effect snow in parts of Ontario. 

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  Jan 2
• Some B.C. highways in North Coast reopen after closures due to flooding

  DriveBC said Highway 16 has reopened after heavy rains caused flooding in the area, with the main road access to Prince Rupert among the pathways cut off.

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  Dec 31, 2025
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• Torrential rain shuts and washes out highways in B.C.’s north coast

  The B.C. Ministry of Transportation says Highway 16 linking Prince Rupert to communities in the east including Terrace has been shut in both directions due to flooding.

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  Dec 30, 2025
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• Heavy rainfall warning for B.C.’s north coast with up to 200 millimetres expected

  Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for parts of British Columbia's north coast region, with some areas expecting as much as 200 millimetres today.

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  Dec 29, 2025
• Ontario, Quebec and Maritimes under numerous winter warnings

  Snow, freezing rain and high winds are expected in various parts of Canada, with multiple warnings and special weather statements in effect across the country.

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  Dec 28, 2025
• From freezing rain to -50: Canada braces for severe winter weather

  Freezing rain is set to hit parts of Ontario and Quebec as a powerful winter system brings blizzards, blowing snow and extreme cold to much of Canada.

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  Dec 27, 2025