A powerful windstorm has knocked out power to thousands of homes in the eastern Fraser Valley, with over 11,000 customers affected across the region. More than 1,800 customers are without power in the Agassiz-Harrison area alone, while outages in Chilliwack are impacting over 8,200 customers.

BC Hydro has reported three separate outages in Agassiz-Harrison, with additional significant outages in nearby areas. Specifically, more than 900 customers in Seabird Island, 717 in Lake Errock, 827 in Harrison Mills, and 325 in the Sts’sailes area are currently without power.

Wind gusts in the Fraser Valley have reached up to 90 km/h, with some reports indicating gusts as high as 100 km/h. These extreme weather conditions have led to numerous power outages, with residents describing their houses shaking due to the violent winds.

In Chilliwack, at least 36 outages have been reported, affecting more than 6,000 customers. A significant outage south of Vedder Mountain Road has left 1,140 customers without power, while over 1,100 customers in Cultus Lake also experienced outages as of 9:16 p.m.

Many residents have taken to social media to express their concerns and share their experiences during the storm. BC Hydro has advised residents to secure loose objects and monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.

The cause of the outages is currently under investigation, with BC Hydro working to restore power as quickly as possible. Details remain unconfirmed as the situation continues to develop.

This windstorm serves as a reminder of the potential impact of severe weather on hydro services and the importance of preparedness in the face of such events.

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