Princeton, BC Weather Alerts

What:
Moderate to strong gusty winds.

When:
Now till late this evening.

Where:
- Nicola
- Coquihalla Highway - Hope to Merritt
- Coquihalla Highway - Merritt to Kamloops
- Okanagan Connector - Merritt to Kelowna


Additional information:
A strong low pressure system is approaching the B.C. coast and is bringing a prolonged period of southeast winds with gusts ranging from 60-80 km/h to the B.C. Interior and highway passes. Later this afternoon, an incoming cold front will bring a strong push of southwest winds, with gusts potentially reaching 90 km/h. Winds are expected to gradually ease overnight.

Another potentially stronger storm is set to follow on Saturday evening.

High-sided vehicles may be pushed around by strong crosswinds. Parks and forests areas may sustain damage.

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