A strong wind advisory is now in effect for central and southern Vancouver Island.
According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, strong southeasterly and southwesterly winds could hit between 70 to 90 kilometres an hour.
It forecasts winds could start tonight and continue through the weekend.
“Strong southeasterly winds could start near midnight, and southwesterly winds could start early Sunday morning,” reads the advisory.
It says to make sure loose objects are secured and prepare for potential power outages as high winds approach.
“High winds may toss loose objects or cause tree branches to break. High winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches,” says the advisory.
Environment Canada says anyone in the affected regions should monitor conditions as they develop and prepare in the event of an outage.
The advisory has been issued for Nanaimo to Victoria and parts of the Greater Vancouver area.
