Rain, wind warnings issued along B.C. south coast

VANCOUVER — Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning along northern sections of east Vancouver Island, with downpours expected to begin this evening as a “vigorous Pacific frontal system” moves over the coast.
It says steady rain will begin in the afternoon, intensifying in the evening and is expected to continue into Wednesday.
Total rainfall near 50 millimetres are expected in that region, and the weather office is cautioning drivers about potential washouts, flash fl