Special Weather Statement Issued for Fraser Canyon Area
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Environment Canada issues special weather statement for potential locally heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in Fraser Canyon, South Thompson and Nicola regions.
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- Record type
- Special Weather Statement
- Affected area
- Fraser Canyon, British Columbia
- Issued
- August 29, 2026
- Issuing authority
- ECCC
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Alert Details
Special weather statement in effect, issued by Environment Canada. Moderate severity with expected urgency.
Affected Areas
Fraser Canyon - north including Lillooet, along with South Thompson and Nicola.
What You Should Do
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. Communities with historically lower drainage capacities should be particularly vigilant.
Expected Conditions
Thunderstorms could enhance local rainfall amounts, with potential for locally heavy rainfall and rainfall rates high enough to cause localized flash flooding, especially in areas with slow moving showers. Enhanced risk of landslides in vulnerable areas, particularly those affected by recent wildfires (burn scars). Water pooling possible in areas with poor drainage.
Timeline
Effective 2026-08-29T10:25:06-00:00, expires 2026-08-29T21:07:06-00:00. Conditions expected this morning.
Original source: ECCC Official Notice ↗
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