‘Bomb cyclone’ expected to make landfall on Vancouver Island this Tuesday afternoon

Meteorologists are warning British Columbians to prepare for the arrival of a "bomb cyclone" that is forecasted to bring strong winds, heavy rain, and snow to the province.

The storm. which formed in the Pacific Ocean on Sunday, is expected to make landfall on Vancouver Island on Tuesday afternoon and move across the province until Wednesday.

Skymet Weather, a private weather forecasting agency, has predicted that the bomb cyclone, also known as a rapidly intensifying storm, is expected to strike Vancouver Island on Tuesday at 11:00 p.m. PST (0700 UTC Wednesday) and then move onto the British Columbia mainland by Wednesday morning. The storm is predicted to bring heavy rainfall, snowfall, strong winds, and coastal flooding to the region.

The storm is expected to bring strong winds, with gusts of up to 90 kilometers per hour. The heavy rain could lead to flooding in low-lying areas. Snowfall is also expected in inland areas, with accumulations of up to 30 centimeters possible in some areas.

The storm is also expected to cause power outages, and travel disruptions are possible. Residents are advised to stay updated on the latest weather forecasts and to take necessary precautions.