A significant storm will cross B.C.'s south coast starting Thursday, April 10 afternoon, bringing powerful winds to the Lower Mainland.
Environment Canada meteorologist Lisa Erven tells V.I.A. a vigorous front moving inland will produce southwest winds gusting up to 60 km/h and rain in Metro Vancouver.
The department has also issued a special weather statement for the Fraser Valley, noting that localized winds could gust up to 80 km/h.
Erven says high winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches, which could injure people. Additionally, power outages are possible.
Motorists commuting to the Fraser Valley should prepare to adjust their driving with changing road conditions due to high winds.
The winds are expected to ease this evening as the front moves into the interior.
Once the front moves through, a ridge of high pressure is expected to start building heading into the weekend. However, skies aren't expected to be clear overnight Friday, and showers are possible.
The long-term Metro Vancouver weather forecast includes above-average temperatures for the remainder of April and May.
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