Prince George – North Nechako Road is closed between  Foothills and  Highway 97 this morning as power lines are down.

The lines were  brought down by strong winds that ripped through the region overnight.  There  is also a problem in the west end of the city.

 

According to BC Hydro,  the wind storm had knocked out power in  areas from  Haida Gwaii  through to  Red Rock. 

 

The  wind was  whipped up by a low pressure system that hit the coast of BC overnight , causing grief for many home owners in the region this morning.

 

Power has been knocked off to many regions, in and around the city.

 

BC hydro says they are attempting to get everyone back on power as quickly as possible.

 

The only good news out of the storm is the temperature is mild, plus 8 at 6:30. this morning.