â–º Listen Live

BC Ferries is Cancelling Sailings Due to Severe Weather

BC Ferries said high winds from a strong Pacific storm may cause delays or cancellations on some routes today.

This morning there were cancelled sailings between Comox and Powell River and Horseshoe Bay and Nanaimo.

Deborah Marshall with BC Ferries said the wind strength and wave height will be closely monitored.

“I know this storm is expected to hit higher winds later this afternoon,” said Marshall. “I would suggest any customer travelling with us today should consult our website.”

Marshall said high winds can cause damage.

“We can sustain damage docking, to either the vessel or the terminal in high winds,” said Marshall. “The other thing is passenger comfort, sometimes it can be pretty rough for our customers out there and it can be very uncomfortable for people wanting to travel on our ships, so it is a combination of things.”

For the latest information on sailings, Marshall recommends that you check the BC Ferries website before starting your trip.

 

Kyle Christensen
Kyle Christensen
News & Weekend Announcer

Continue Reading

cjsu Now playing play

- Advertisement -

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

Evening crash causes damage to Cowichan District Hospital 

Island Health says there is no foundational, or structural damage after a black SUV crashed through the main ER doors last night.

Central and Southern Vancouver Island brace for strong winds 

Damaging winds are possible for central and southern Vancouver Island starting tonight.

North Cowichan investigates a strong, unified economic hub in community  

A report will be tabled to North Cowichan council to investigate a new regional economic hub to bridge the City of Duncan and the municipality together.

Province rolls out updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines for fall

B.C. officials say it’s time to roll up your sleeves as we enter the fall virus season.  The post Province rolls out updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines for fall appeared first on AM 1150.

B.C. attorney general welcomes proposed federal bail reforms targeting repeat violent offenders

B.C. Attorney General Niki Sharma said proposed changes to Canada’s bail laws reflect the province’s push for tougher rules targeting repeat and violent offenders.  The post B.C. attorney general welcomes proposed federal bail reforms targeting repeat violent offenders appeared first on AM 1150.
- Advertisement -