Another windstorm headed to B.C.’s South Coast Friday [Video]

Another fall storm is forecast to bring high winds to B.C.’s South Coast on Friday, Environment Canada says.

An area of low pressure is set to deepen off the coast of Washington Thursday night and is expected to move north toward Vancouver Island on Friday, according to the federal weather agency.

A special weather statement is in effect for Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, while a wind warning has been issued for the southern area of Howe Sound, including Bowen Island.

For Howe Sound, Environment Canada says northerly outflow winds will arrive Thursday night and peak Friday morning, with gusts up to 90 km/h, and ease in the afternoon.

The agency warned of possible power outages, fallen tree branches, damage to roof shingles and windows and hazardous driving conditions in that region.

On Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, forecasters say southeasterly winds will increase through the day on …