The provincial government is advising people in Colwood, British Columbia, to be careful as heavy rain and warm weather increase the risk of flooding. The Province of British Columbia issued the advisory on March 17, 2026, after several storms caused river levels to rise across southern Vancouver Island.
The Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship reports that the combination of heavy downpours and melting snow has created dangerous conditions. Officials say the ground is becoming soaked, which can lead to unstable riverbanks, landslides, and water covering local roads.
The B.C. River Forecast Centre is currently monitoring water levels as the weather stays warm through March 20, 2026. Residents are encouraged to stay away from fast-moving water and to avoid driving through any flooded areas.
Safety experts from the Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness and Avalanche Canada are also watching for hazards in the backcountry. They warn that the changing weather can cause rapid shifts in local conditions, making it important for everyone to stay informed.
