WIND WARNING now in effect for North Coast

Rain and strong winds are on the way for Prince Rupert and the North Coast today, with Environment Canada issuing a WIND WARNING for the region in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

A Wind Warning is in effect for Prince Rupert
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Satellite Imagery from Environment Canada shows the
looming offshore presence set to arrive on the North Coast

The forecast for the day is calling for periods of rain ending by late this afternoon, with winds Southeast from 30 to 50 km/h, except in mainland inlets and valleys where Northeast winds at 70 km/h can be expected.

The rain ends this evening, however the winds will continue into night hours.

Clearing skies are anticipated by Wednesday morning.

The full forecast can be reviewed here.

Terrace and points east are currently reporting, or expecting snow conditions today, you can find the latest Road Conditions from the Drive BC Website.

For notes on past weather events see our archive page.