BC Ferries Cancellations Due to Severe Storms

A series of powerful storms have led to multiple B.C. Ferries cancellations between Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island, with severe weather conditions expected to persist. Environment Canada issued warnings for strong southeast winds, potentially gusting up to 120 km/h, and heavy rainfall up to 100 mm in areas like the North Shore, northern Coquitlam, and Maple Ridge. The storms, exacerbated by climate change, are expected to bring potential flooding and power outages, particularly around the Juan de Fuca Strait due to storm surges. These adverse conditions have prompted B.C. Ferries to cancel sailings to ensure passenger and crew safety, with disruptions expected to continue through Boxing Day. The third storm is predicted to hit later in the week, although its exact path remains uncertain.