It's going to get windy: Warning issued for Kamloops, Coquihalla and Connector
Environment Canada has issued wind warnings for the South Thompson, including Kamloops, along with the Coquihalla Highway and the Okanagan Connector.
According to Environment Canada strong winds are excepted tomorrow, Oct. 27, from early morning throughout the day until the afternoon.
Southwest winds of 60 km/h with gusts up to 90 km/h are expected resulting in strong crosswinds and potential wind-related damage.
Environment Canada has issued a warning for Lytton, Kamloops, Ashcroft, Cache Creek, Logan Lake, the Coquihalla Highway from Merritt to Kamloops, and the Okanagan Connector from Merritt to Kelowna.
"A vigorous frontal system moving across the province on Thursday will generate very strong south or southwest winds across the southwestern Interior of B.C." Environment Canada says.
"Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. High winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches. Motorists, especially in high-profile vehicles, may expect hazardous driving conditions on highways subject to strong crosswinds."
The winds are expected to ease in the late afternoon or early evening.
For the latest on the warning go to Environment Canada's public weather alert web page here.
Go to Drive B.C. for the latest highway conditions.
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