B.C. Storm Power Outages: Thousands Lose Electricity in Greater Victoria, Fort St. John and Kaslo – Latest Updates for December 6, 2025
VANCOUVER, B.C. – December 6, 2025 —High winds, heavy rain and early‑winter storms knocked out electricity to more than 9,000 customers across British Columbia on Friday, December 5, with major power outages on Vancouver Island’s West Shore, in Fort St. John, and in the Kootenay community of Kaslo. By Saturday, utilities reported full restoration in Fort St. John and Kaslo, while BC Hydro crews on southern Vancouver Island continued cleanup and localized repairs after a tree brought down lines serving Metchosin, Royal Bay and South Langford. TechStock²+2Facebook+2 Stormy Friday knocks out power at both ends of B.C. Friday’s disruptions were