Fishery Notice

Please be advised that a rainfall warning has been issued by Environment Canada 
for the Sunshine Coast as per the link below:
http://weather.gc.ca/warnings/index_e.html?prov=bc

This is a warning that intense rainfall events resulting in flooding, sewage 
collection systems overflows and/or occurring after prolonged dry weather 
periods can adversely affect marine water quality and result in temporary 
emergency shellfish harvesting closures.     
Shellfish harvesters are advised to monitor weather conditions and warnings, 
and to plan their harvesting activities accordingly.  

11:01 AM PDT Tuesday 21 October 2014
Rainfall warning in effect for Sunshine Coast 
Rain, at times heavy, is expected.

Heavy rainfall with amounts up to about 60 mm expected as a Pacific frontal 
system moves through the area tonight.
Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads.

Rainfall Warnings are issued when significant rainfall is expected.



FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Environment Canada
http://weather.gc.ca/warnings/index_e.html?prov=bc

Fisheries & Oceans Operations Center - FN1156
Sent October 21, 2014 at 1536

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