Heavy rain and strong winds have created chaos on Vancouver Island as the latest storm from BC. hit with full force Monday morning.
Residents across Vancouver Island experienced power outages, floods and road closures, among other challenges, as the weather overwhelmed several communities.
Along with major roads such as Highway 1, which is closing down, is asking Emcon Service and the province of BC drivers to stay safe by avoiding the roads if they can.
Residents took to social media to share some of the chaos caused by the recent storm, showcasing images not often seen on Vancouver Island.
Below is a collection of scenes caused by the current unfavorable weather.
**CLOSED** # BCHwy1 #Malahat NB closed due to road / knock instability. Closure must be set up at Westshore Pkwy and will continue until road safety can be assessed. #yyjtrafik @DriveBC @DriveBC_VI pic.twitter.com/0hoGy8EJP2
– Emcon Services Inc., South Island Division (@EmconSouthVI) November 15, 2021
Major floods from #Chemainus River. Russell Farm Market off Hwy 1. Credit: Kathy Williams-Parkinson / Facebook. Before photo for context. #BCStorm @CHEK_News pic.twitter.com/gejPoHSQJU
– Dean Stoltz (@deanstoltzchek) November 15, 2021
The Brentwood Bay / Mill Bay Ferry will not serve anyone who cannot get back up Malahat today #yyjtrafik #csaan #bcstorm pic.twitter.com/CWWjiH5zpu
– Elle Peah – – – -… (@ouroborosage) November 15, 2021
Traffic advice.
We will close access to Mt. Doug Parkway in all directions until the floods subside.
Ash Rd at Durling Pl
Shelbourne St at Cedar Hill Rd
Blenkinsop Rd at Cordova Bay RdStay safe out there!#YYJTrafik pic.twitter.com/1ulJx5s1zx
– District of Saanich (@saanich) November 15, 2021
Ohhhh please check in with neighbors #BCStorm – The wind has started and the waves are rolling whole trees across the pool #Sooke @ 50ShadesofVan pic.twitter.com/FnH5pKBmOh
– Wildergarden (@WildergardenBC) November 15, 2021
Around 11:15, still raging in King’s Park. pic.twitter.com/jah9AXtB77
– Mary Griffin (@Mary_Griffin_) November 15, 2021
Malahat
Photo: anonymous pic.twitter.com/s7tXreTaNK
– Charles Bodi – ‘Community Inclusion Manager’ (@CharlesBodi) November 15, 2021
Therefore, TCH is closed for miles at Chemainus. The motorist took this at. 7:30, and the water was already gushing through concrete barriers. The water has risen rapidly since then and with tides only at 2 o’clock motorists are preparing for it to be closed until tonight.@CHEK_News #BCStorm pic.twitter.com/4hnTmfMqhX
– Skye Ryan (@SkyeRyanCHEK) November 15, 2021
#Cowichanriver comes dangerously close to the top of the dikes in East Duncan. #bcflood #climate change. If these dikes had not been built after the flood in 2007, much would be under water … pic.twitter.com/YNGxx35P5D
– Jacob Salmen-Hartley (@JSalmenHartley) November 15, 2021
The water rises on the Englishman River in #Parksville with high tide this afternoon. Martindale Road has been closed. Arrowsmith SAR is on standby @CHEK_News pic.twitter.com/i3xpz2VK0G
– Kendall Hanson (@Kendall_Hanson) November 15, 2021
Another video of Elk Falls rage today. Some people were actually on the slippery cliffs on the other side. Not very smart. #bcstorm @CHEK_News pic.twitter.com/udmoVN2Bni
– Dean Stoltz (@deanstoltzchek) November 14, 2021
# tch1 currently in Mt. Sicker Area, Southern Vancouver Island. Travel is not recommended. Crews are dealing with an abundance of emergencies. Stopped vehicles, jammed vehicles and the like will unnecessarily tie up valuable resources. Stay connected @drivebc for updates. pic.twitter.com/X71yfheHxv
– Emcon Services Inc., BC Division (@EmconServicesBC) November 15, 2021
The rain is slowing down, but now the wind is starting to pick up. With the soil so saturated, trees are much more likely to be uprooted. That’s the concern now.💨 Be sure! #BCStorm #bcflood #vancouverisland #wind #Bcwx #weather @CHEK_News @CHEK_media # yyyy #oakbay pic.twitter.com/QA42hmPJFX
– Tess van Straaten (@tessvanstraaten) November 15, 2021
Please share: Try to avoid traveling further #VancouverIsland # BChwy14 and # BCHwy1 right now. Heavy rain has affected the roadways, including #Malahat
Here is @DriveBC major events (in red text): https://t.co/GiQzSpjUi9 pic.twitter.com/ErgFzt3CIo– BC Transportation (@TranBC) November 15, 2021
Flood at 4095 Homestead Way in Ladysmith – with permission from Jerri Briggs
