Vancouver weather: Rainfall warning says as much as 50 mm could fall, flooding possible
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Another weather warning is in place for B.C.'s Lower Mainland and this time, it's for heavy rains that could cause flooding in some areas.
Another weather warning is in place for B.C.'s Lower Mainland and this time, it's for heavy rains that could cause flooding in some areas.
Environment Canada issued the warning early Thursday morning, saying parts of Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and Howe Sound could see heavy rain starting late in the afternoon and lasting overnight.
"A developing Pacific frontal system will spread rain into the Lower Mainland late this afternoon," Environment Canada's warning says. "The rain will become heavy tonight and then end early Friday morning as the system moves out of the region."
As much as 50 millimetres of rain is expected.
"Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible," the warning says. "Watch for possible washouts near rivers, creeks and culverts."
Other weather warning issued for southwestern B.C. have lifted, however. A snowfall warning was in place for the Coquihalla Highway on Tuesday and Wednesday. Environment Canada said 38 centimetres accumulated Tuesday at some parts of Highway 5, with another 10 centimetres expected the following day.
Earlier in the week, wind warnings or advisories were in place for the Lower Mainland and Sunshine Coast and power was knocked out to thousands.