4:27 p.m. PST Thursday 22 January 2026
Impact Level: Moderate
Forecast Confidence: High
Near zero visibility in fog continues.
Where:
- Inland Vancouver Island - near Port Alberni, East Vancouver Island (near the coast), and Sunshine Coast - Saltery Bay to Powell River (near the coast).
When:
Now through early Friday.
Remark:
A ridge of high pressure off the coast of BC is trapping moisture near the surface, creating areas of dense fog. The coastal ridge weakened today with the approaching weather system, and as such, fog dissipated somewhat in the afternoon, improving visibilities. With the setting sun and cooling temperatures, expect dense fog to redevelop near the water. Outflow winds are expected to develop late overnight and through Friday and will act to dissipate the fog.
Additionally, expect slippery and icy conditions in low-lying areas where the combination of fog patches and below freezing temperatures will allow black ice to form.
Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced at times.
If driving, turn on your lights, slow down and maintain a safe following distance.
Please 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 X using #BCStorm.
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