BC Hydro prepares for more power outages with third storm hitting south coast

VANCOUVER — The third and strongest storm in a series of disturbances fuelled by the remnants of typhoon Songda cancelled ferry service and knocked out power for thousands of customers on the south coast of British Columbia on Saturday.

BC Hydro spokeswoman Simi Heer says additional crews from the interior were called in ahead of the storm to provide support in areas that are expected to see the most damage.

Heer says customers should be patient if they lose power and only call emergency services if they see downed wires.

BC Hydro’s website indicated thousands of customers were affected by outages on Saturday.