Windy Weather Causes Power Outages in Metchosin, Royal Bay, South Langford
On December 5, 2025, strong winds and heavy rain caused significant power outages in the Metchosin, Royal Bay, and South Langford areas of Greater Victoria. The outages began around 2:59 PM when gusts reached 60 km/h.
Extent of Power Outages
The situation escalated rapidly, affecting 3,054 customers across the west shore. Notable trouble spots included:
- Metchosin
- Latoria area of Langford
- Royal Bay, Colwood
- Esquimalt Lagoon area
By 7:35 PM, power restoration efforts had reduced the number of affected customers to 1,953. However, a subsequent issue caused the outage count to rise back to 3,054. Restoration crews worked diligently to address the situation.
Weather Impact
The inclement weather was a pivotal factor in the outages. Environment Canada reported that winds continuously gusted southwest and predicted speeds could exceed 80 km/h near the Juan de Fuca Strait. As temperatures hovered between 9°C and 11°C, further complications arose.
Restoration Progress
As of 7:44 PM, power was restored in Metchosin. However, around 1,078 customers, particularly in the Royal Bay and Ryder Hesjedal areas of Colwood, remained without power. BC Hydro crews were on-site, diligently working towards a complete restoration.
This outage marked the sole power interruption affecting South Vancouver Island that evening, underscoring the weather’s impact on the region’s infrastructure. Residents navigated through challenging conditions, awaiting the return of reliable service.
