special weather statement in effect Strong westerly wind gusts are expected. Where: Okanagan Valley, Similkameen, Nicola, South Thompson, Fraser Canyon, Shuswap, Chilcotin, 100 Mile, Coquihalla Highway, Okanagan Connector and Highway 97 - Clinton to 100 Mile House via Begbie Summit. When: This morning. Remarks: A vigorous cold front will move across the BC interior this morning. In its wake, strong westerly wind gusts will develop over parts of these regions. These strong winds may lead to possible tree damages, local power outages and travel delays. Winds will ease later this morning as the front tracks eastward. ### Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions. Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #BCStorm. For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.