Wind warnings in effect for Vancouver Island, Haida Gwaii, Central Coast

Environment Canada has issued a wind warning for parts of coastal B.C. on Friday.

It says a strong Pacific frontal system is expected to rapidly approach the coast, particularly the northern part of Vancouver Island, Haida Gwaii and the Central Coast, with winds of90-110 km/h expected.

The winds will start sweeping overVancouver Island by Friday evening, the weather agency predicts.Haida Gwaii will experience the strongest winds a few hours later, before they easeup by Saturday afternoon.

Strong winds up to 90 km/h are also expected along the Sunshine Coast and West Vancouver Island.

Environment Canada says damage to buildings and components like roof shingles and windows is possible, whileloose objects could be lifted by the wind and cause injury.

Parks Canada has also issued an extreme wave warning for Pacific Rim National Park for Saturday.

Waves up to seven feet high are expected to hit the coast of Tofino, bringing with them strong ocean currents and shoreline flooding.

In a statement, Parks Canada warned people to stay back from the water's edge, especially along rocky shorelines.

B.C.'s South Coast was hit with a powerful windstorm on Dec. 20 that left one woman dead, hundreds of thousands without power, and $37 million of property damage to homes, businesses and vehicles.