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By Victor Kaisar

Batten Down The Hatches

Wind warnings in effect for Prince George, parts of northern B.C.

Mar 7, 2026 | 10:24 AM

PRINCE GEORGE — Environment Canada has issued a wind warning for a large portion of northern B.C., including the City of Prince George and the surrounding areas.

The warning also stretches into the Peace region and parts of the Cariboo-Chilcotin, with wind gusts of 70 to 90 km/h expected this afternoon (March 7) into tomorrow.

“A vigorous low pressure system passing through northern B.C. will bring strong west/southwesterly winds beginning this afternoon,” the warning said. “The Yellowhead region will see strong northwesterly winds mainly overnight.”

“Wind gusts [may exceed] 90 km/h in exposed areas.”

A wind warning is also in effect for the Fraser Canyon, while a special weather statement is in effect for a large portion of the Southern Interior this weekend.

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Environment Canada says local power outages are possible, and they’re urging people to sure all loose objects. High-sided vehicles like semis will also be pushed around by the wind, and people are also being told to watch for possible disruptions to transportation and services and utilities.

You can find the latest weather alerts from Environment Canada here and the latest on highway conditions from DriveBC here.