More than 1,500 people in the Tri-Cities area were without power this morning after a stormy and rain heavy night on the south coast.
BC Hydro crews were busy as at its peak there were more than 11,000 homes that were left in the dark.
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In Vancouver, some major streets resembled streams as heavy rain overwhelmed storm drains. Many pedestrians were also caught off-guard with water up their shins in some parts.
In Surrey, the storm brought a tree down onto a house on 136th street. Emergency crews say no one was hurt in the incident.
The downpour was also a hazard for drivers with the downpour of rain causing issues with visibility on the roads.
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