Rain jacket, umbrella and gum boots.
These may be a few or your favourite things over the next day and a bit as a rainfall warning has been issued for the Tri-Cities.
As of 9:53 a.m. today (Jan. 11), up to 100 mm of rainfall is predicted for Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra.
Environment Canada says the conditions is likely to result in yet another atmospheric river event.
"Heavy rain will develop early this afternoon as the first system arrives and continue until Wednesday afternoon as additional systems impact the coast," the national service's statement reads.
"Snow levels will rise from 1,500 to 2,000 metres today and then further to 2,500 metres on Wednesday. Snowmelt over higher elevations as freezing levels climb will contribute to runoff which may result in high stream levels and localized flooding."
The BC River Forecast Centre has a high streamflow advisory in place for the lower Fraser River region, meaning nearby tributaries may see a rise in water levels, especially near low-lying communities like Port Coquitlam.
Meteorologists and local officials are also warning residents of localized flooding and water pooling in certain areas.
You should also try to avoid rivers, creeks and culverts where washouts are a possibility during significant rainfall.
"Please ensure your worksites are prepared for this weather event and snow melt," advises Coquitlam environmental and worksite bylaw officer Angela Yeung.
"Erosion and sediment control measures must be implemented and maintained. Catch basin filters should be cleared of ice and debris or removed in areas prone to flooding."
According to Coquitlam's rain gauge on Burke Mountain, about 124 mm of rain has already accumulated for the month of January, which included more than 60 mm in a 24-hour period between Jan. 6 and 7.
Additonally, up to 40 km southeasterly winds are expected among the heavy rain.
Temperatures are forecast to hover around 10 C for the rest of the week.
In Port Coquitlam, the city says sandbags are available for residents that live near water at the public works yard (1737 Broadway St.) between 3:30 and 11 p.m. today.
