Coastal Flooding Alerts for: Coastline of Metro Vancouver incl. Vancouver and Musqueam FN
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Coastal Flooding Statement
This statement is in effect for parts of the coast due to the following hazard(s): - Higher than normal water levels Elevated ocean water levels are expected with enhanced wave activity and strong winds at times. Hazard: Possible coastal flooding due to storm surge. Water levels will likely exceed highest astronomical tide. When: Today. Peak water levels will be observed during high tide, occcurring from 10AM to 12PM local time. Where: Low-lying and exposed coastal sections of Metro Vancouver and Musqueam First Nation including Boundary Bay to Semiahmoo Bay. Discussion: A series of Pacific low-pressure systems are moving across the region this weekend and coinciding with a period of high tides. High tides are likely to surpass predicted levels due to storm surge enhancement. East to southeasterly winds gusting 60-80 km/h this weekend are expected over exposed coastal sections at times, and will cause enhanced wave action and swells in some areas. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on social media using #BCStorm.
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- Coastline of Metro Vancouver incl. Vancouver and Musqueam FN
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