Massive Freak Windstorm Hits Metro Vancouver: 300,000 without Electricity

2,911 views · Published 29 August 2015 · 2:10 · Indexed 6 November 2026

Channel: Linescrew1 · 2015 · Travel & Events

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A freak massive and unexpected wind storm hit Vancouver today causing widespread power outages in the metro area. Approximately 300,000 people are effected, mostly in the western Fraser Valley region. Many radio and television stations are off the air and there have also been telephone disruptions.  Even our main electricity provider, BC Hydro had their telephone and website crash due to high traffic.  911 services are taxed to capacity media is stating. 

Please do not dial 911 to report your power being out. Brace yourself for a day or two without electricity.

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