Environment Canada published a special weather statement Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast for BC’s South Coast, expected to begin Sunday and continue through Monday afternoon.

The storm is expected to affect Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, Howe Sound and the Sunshine Coast, with rainfall totals between 30 and 40 millimeters by Monday morning.

The weather agency warns that the storm could lead to reduced visibility, loss of water near rivers, streams and culverts and possible power outages if high winds cause branches to fall on power lines.

To help prevent localized flooding, residents are advised to clear storm drains of leaves and debris.

The special announcement is the latest in a series of weather warnings for the South Coast this fall. This event follows the intense atmospheric river event that occurred on October 19. at least four deathsand a storm earlier this week It left thousands of people without electricity.

The BC River Forecast Center also released a report. high flow flow recommendation A warning has been issued for the South Shore and parts of Vancouver Island that river flows may increase due to recent wet weather.

According to the warning, the current storm will be followed by a second weather system Tuesday through Wednesday, which could bring additional heavy rainfall.

The warning of high streamflow indicates that river levels may rise rapidly but major flooding is not expected. Officials urge caution on fast-flowing rivers and warn that conditions may change as storms progress.

The center notes that although rivers on the South Shore and Vancouver Island are currently at “near normal” levels for this time of year, recent rainfall could make rivers in the region more vulnerable to rapid increases.

Environment Canada and the River Forecast Center said they will continue to monitor the situation and expect further updates if conditions worsen.