Vancouver –
Whereas elements of southern B.C. are nonetheless racing to get better from earlier storm harm, a climate alert for the Decrease Mainland has been upgraded to a rainfall warning.
The area together with Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley might get as a lot as 80 millimetres of rain by early Friday morning.
Northern sections of Metro Vancouver and Howe Sound will essentially the most, with as much as 80 millimetres of rain by Thursday night time. The Fraser Valley, which incorporates flood-stricken Abbotsford, will see 50 to 70.
Atmosphere Canada says this storm will probably be shorter lived and fewer than the one recorded 10 days in the past.
Nevertheless, it might nonetheless convey heavy rain and robust winds.
Freezing ranges are additionally anticipated to rise above mountaintops, which can worsen latest flooding and influence already susceptible infrastructure.
“Localized flooding in low-lying areas is feasible. Heavy downpours may cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Do not method washouts close to rivers, creeks and culverts,” wrote Atmosphere Canada in an advisory.
Residents dwelling in flood zones are being reminded to have an emergency equipment readily available and guarantee their automobile has gasoline and it parked in an space that can permit them to evacuate rapidly if wanted.
