Squall Watch in Effect for North Labrador Coast
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Environment Canada has issued a squall watch for the North Labrador Coast with wind gusts up to 45 knots expected.
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- Record type
- Squall Watch
- Affected area
- North Labrador Coast, Canada
- Issued
- August 1, 2026
- Issuing authority
- ECCC
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Alert Details
A squall watch is in effect, issued by Environment Canada. The alert is classified as severe with expected urgency.
Affected Areas
North Labrador Coast - Saglek and south. The description also references Mid Labrador Coast - north of Hopedale and North Labrador Coast - Saglek and south.
What You Should Do
Continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. Monitor Canadian Coast Guard radio or Weatheradio stations.
Expected Conditions
Conditions are favourable for the development of squalls with wind gusts up to 45 knots.
Timeline
The alert is effective from 2026-08-01T18:40:27-00:00 and expires 2026-08-02T02:02:27-00:00, ending this evening.
Original source: ECCC Official Notice ↗
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