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Vancouver climate: Threat of tidal flooding as heavy rain hits


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A really low strain system mixed with a excessive astronomical tide may result in coastal flooding in Metro Vancouver, the southern Gulf Islands and the Saanich Peninsula.

In line with a particular climate assertion issued by Setting Canada, the interval of low barometric strain and excessive astronomical tide will produce elevated water ranges peaking at midday Sunday and lasting till Tuesday.

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“Minor coastal flooding is feasible alongside uncovered shorelines,” the assertion learn. “The risk from wind and waves accompanying excessive water ranges would be the biggest in the present day. Elevated water ranges at excessive tide are prone to persist on Monday and Tuesday.”

Setting Canada has additionally issued a particular climate assertion warning of very heavy rain anticipated to hit B.C.’s South Coast on Monday, lasting 24 hours.

This climate occasion will affect Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, Howe Sound, Whistler, Sea to Sky Freeway, West Vancouver Island, Inland Vancouver Island, and the Sunshine Coast.

“A potent and impactful storm (an atmospheric river) will make landfall on Monday bringing areas of heavy rain because it strikes throughout southern B.C. Very heavy rainfall and rain on snow at larger elevations will enhance the chance of flooding and landslides. This occasion is forecast to be a lot weaker compared to the occasion of November 2021 however please proceed to watch forecasts for the newest data,” the assertion learn.

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