Good Saturday to you, Squamish!
Environment Canada says to expect periods of rain, today, with a risk of thunderstorms this afternoon.
We will see a high of 17 C and a low down to 11 C.
Did you feel it?
There was a 2.9-magnitude earthquake Thursday morning at 9:05 a.m.
The quake hit 34 kilometres west-northwest of Squamish, at a depth of 3.5 kilometres, according to the U.S. Department of the Interior Earthquake Hazards Program.
If you felt it, you can record that here.
This is also a good time to remind locals to make sure they are prepared for any emergency. Check out the District of Squamish's site for tips.
Looking ahead
Squamish meteorologist Jason Ross says that "high pressure will build over the south coast by Sunday, bringing drier conditions and warmer temperatures."
Sunday, for the Terry Fox Run, we can expect a high of 20 C and a low down to 9 C.
Campfire bans lifted
Despite the fall-like weather, there are still currently 213 wildfires burning in B.C., as of Sept. 14, up from 212 yesterday.
As of Aug. 26, the BC Wildfire Service Coastal Fire Centre and the District of Squamish lifted their bans on Category 1 campfires in the Coastal Fire Centre area, and within the District boundaries.
The following are never allowed in Squamish:
- Fires in any public space, including forests, riverbanks, mountainsides, beaches
- Open Air Burning, including but not limited to: yard waste, garden debris and construction materials
To report a wildfire, unattended campfire, or open burning violation, call 911 if within the municipal boundaries, or, if outside the district, call 1-800-663-5555 toll-free or *5555 on a cell phone.
Still no kiting at oceanfront beach
In the wake of a man's death, while he was kiteboarding off of Sp'akw'us Feather Park on July 1, the District of Squamish has temporarily closed the watersports beach to kiteboarding while an investigation into the incident is underway.
"Kites are being restricted out of caution to ensure public safety. Wingfoiling and windsurfing continue to be permitted," a District release states.
Visit squamishwindsports.com for more information and current weather conditions.
The Squamish Windsports Society kiting season ends this weekend.
Spit Road closure
The Squamish Training Berm (aka Spit road), will be closed from Sept. 16 to Nov. 15, as Squamish River Watershed crews install a third large fish-friendly box culvert.
"This feature will replace the current undersized culvert, which will improve fish access and allow freshwater to transfer into the central estuary channel from the Squamish River," reads a SRWS post.
The work is part of the Central Estuary Restoration Project.
Sunrise & sunset
Sunrise on Sept. 14 was at 6:48 a.m. Sunset today will be at 7:26 p.m.
Moon phase
The moon is in its waxing gibbous phase.
"The term waxing means increasing, and the term gibbous means 'humped-back.' Therefore, this phase is called waxing gibbous because the surface area of the moon that you see is increasing and the shape of the lit-up part of the moon looks like a hump-back. This phase is one step in the cycle away from the full moon phase, where the sun, Earth, and moon are in a straight line," reads the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center site.
The moon's illumination is currently 83%, meaning that is the percentage of the moon illuminated by the sun, according to phasesmoon.com.
The moon is currently 10.77 days "old" and located in the constellation of Virgo.
Moonrise is at 6:43 p.m.; moonset is at 1:41 a.m.
The next full moon will be on Sept. 17, at 7:21 p.m.
Tides
The next low tide today is at 9:07 a.m. (Height: 1.13 metres); the next high tide is at 5:02 p.m. (4.38 m), according to tides.today.
The final low tide is at 10:14 p.m. (3.47 m).
Seawater temp
According to seatemperature.info, the water temperature in Howe Sound today is 16.7 C.
Based on historical data over a period of 10 years, the warmest water on this day in Howe Sound was recorded in 2013 at 18 C, and the coldest was recorded in 2010 at 14.3 C.
The seawater temperature in Howe Sound is expected to drop to 14.5 C in the next 10 days.
The September average water temperature in Howe Sound is 15.6 C, the minimum temperature is 12.4 C, and the maximum is 20.3 C.
Events to note
There's always something going on in this town. Here are some events that stand out to us:
•Tonight, catch Groove Garden at Trickster's Hideout, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
"An enchanting evening where we’ll transform the venue into a stunning garden oasis filled with vibrant flowers and lush greenery," reads the listing.
•Also on Saturday night, head to the Britannia Mine Museum for Blue Dirt Girl: Echoes of Narcissus from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
"Echoes of Narcissus is an immersive, multidisciplinary performance in the stunning Britannia Mine Museum performance space, featuring contemporary dance company Gruff Goat Dance and live original music by Blue Dirt Girl + Klame," reads the listing.
•Sept. 15, there's a Pokemon Drop-In at Arrow Wood Games, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
"Calling all Pokémon fans! Every Sunday, join Arrow Wood Games for a fun-filled two-hour Pokémon Trade & Play event. Bring your cards to trade or challenge fellow players in exciting battles," reads the listing.
•Sept. 21, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. put on your dancing shoes for the Swing & Salsa Social Dance, at the Squamish Dance Centre, located at 38924 Queens Way.
"This is a mix of Swing & Latin music social dance event," reads the listing.
•Sept. 29, put on your gumboots and head to Squamish Rivers Day, 2024, starting at 1000 Midnight Way, Brackendale. The event is on from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
"To honour our beautiful rivers and all the life it brings, we will be planting around the new fish pond at the hatchery. Planting will start at 10 a.m. and we will gather for a BBQ afterwards (~12 p.m.). Limited tours of the hatchery will be available throughout the day," reads the listing.
•Oct. 3, Max Ribner - Resilient Beings will play at Squamish United Church, located at 38014 Fourth Ave, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
"Join us for a beautiful evening of music, song, prayer," reads the listing.
There are many more events coming up; go to our online events calendar to see them all!
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Driving issues to note
•On Highway 99, in both directions, mowing is scheduled between Scott Cres and Alpha Lake Rd for 50.6 km, starting Sunday, Sept. 15 at 7:30 a.m. until Saturday, Sept. 21 at 5:30 a.m. Watch for a slow moving vehicle.
•On Highway 99, in both directions, line painting is planned between Callaghan Valley Rd and Alta Lake Rd for 8.6 km, starting Monday, Sept. 16 until Thursday, Sept. 19. The work is planned between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., on weekdays. There will be a lane closure.
•On Highway 99, in both directions, roadside brushing is planned between Callaghan Valley Rd and Alpha Lake Rd for 6.3 km. The work will start on Monday, Sept.16 and continue until Thursday Sept. 19, between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on weekdays. Expect a lane closure.
Gas prices
Regular gas in Squamish is going for 171.9 cents per litre today at the Squamish Valley Gas Bar, located at 9001 Valley Dr.
Gas in Whistler is going for 172.9/L at the Co-op at 2101 Lake Placid Rd.
The least expensive gas we could find today in B.C. was in Vernon, where you can fill up for 150.9/L, at Super Save Gas at 3603 32nd St, according to GasBuddy.
