Several flood warnings remain in effect for much of Vancouver Island as rains are expected to continue through the day.

A flood watch is in effect for rivers and creeks near Port Alberni and in the Bowser, Courtenay and Campbell River areas.

A high stream flow advisory is in effect for Tofino Creek, Zeballos River and Gold River in the west and north parts of the island.

Environment Canada is forecasting up to 30 millimetres of rain in the central and eastern parts of the island, and up to 50 millimetres in Tofino.

The Tseshaht First Nation near Port Alberni declared a state of emergency on Friday.

Six families living in four homes along the Somass River were evacuated as a precaution for the upcoming storms.