Special Weather Statement: Snow, Freezing Rain, and Heavy Rainfall Forecast for Southern Newfoundland
Environment Canada warns of a complex weather system bringing snow, ice pellets, and up to 50 mm of rain to the Burin Peninsula and Channel-Port aux Basques through Friday morning.
Alert Details
Environment Canada (ECCC) has issued a special weather statement for southern Newfoundland. The alert covers a multi-hazard weather event involving snow, ice pellets, freezing rain, and significant rainfall.
Affected Areas
The alert is in effect for the region spanning from Channel-Port aux Basques and its vicinity to the Burin Peninsula.
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for a variety of hazardous conditions as the system moves through the region:
- Snowfall: Accumulations of 5 to 10 cm are expected, though the Burin Peninsula will likely see 2 cm or less.
- Rainfall: Total amounts of 25 to 50 mm are forecast, with locally higher amounts possible.
- Ice and Freezing Rain: A period of quickly accumulating snow will be followed by ice pellets and freezing rain.
- Wind: Strong southeasterly wind gusts exceeding 100 km/h are likely in the Wreckhouse area on Thursday morning.
Timeline
The weather system is expected to impact the region starting Wednesday evening and lasting until Friday morning. Snow, ice pellets, and freezing rain are anticipated Wednesday night and Thursday morning. A changeover to rain is expected to occur across the area on Thursday morning.
What You Should Do
Environment Canada advises residents to continue monitoring local alerts and forecasts as conditions evolve. To report severe weather, you can email NLstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using the hashtag #NLwx.
Source: ECCC Official Notice