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Alerts for: Southern Gulf Islands

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Special Weather Statement in effect for:

  • Southern Gulf Islands

Elevated ocean water levels are expected, exceeding high astronomical tide. Locations: Metro Vancouver, Southern Gulf Islands, Saanich Peninsula. Time Span: Around high tide on Saturday and Sunday. High tide: Mid- to late-morning each day. Remarks: Low barometric pressure will combine with a period of high astronomical tide to produce elevated water levels Saturday and Sunday. Minor coastal flooding is possible along exposed shorelines. The threat from wind and waves accompanying high water levels will be greatest on Sunday. Elevated water levels at high tide are likely to persist on Monday and Tuesday. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #BCStorm.

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