Environment Canada has issued a wind warning for East Vancouver Island - Courtenay to Campbell River, and also affecting Nanoose Bay to Campbell River, the Sunshine Coast - Saltery Bay to Powell River.

A low pressure centre is bringing strong southeast winds of 70 km/h gusting to 90 at times, along with the rain.

Winds will ease late this afternoon as the low moves over Vancouver Island and weakens.

The weather agency warns of possible damage to buildings, such as roof shingles and windows.

High winds could also result in power outages and fallen tree branches.

For more information, visit Government of Canada.