Environment Canada issues wind warning for the Lakes District

Wind gusts up to 100 kilometres per hour are expected through the Lakes District and Stuart-Nechako areas.

Environment Canada issued a yellow wind warning on Friday as a strong low pressure system passes across B.C.’s interior, starting in the Lakes District in the afternoon.

The notice warns damage to roofs, fences, branches, or soft shelters is possible, and to stay away from fallen power lines.

Other regions impacted by the notice are Prince George, North Cariboo, McGregot, and South Peace District.

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Logan Flint
Logan Flint
Logan is the News Reporter and Afternoon News Anchor for The Moose in Smithers, covering stories from Burns Lake to Hazelton along Highway 16. Born and raised in Smithers, he's grown up around radio and has spent time as an on-air announcer for the station's afternoon and morning shows.

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