Wind Warning Issued for Bay of Exploits and Northeast Coast with Gusts up to 100 km/h
Environment Canada has issued a wind warning for the Bay of Exploits and parts of the northeast coast, forecasting damaging gusts of up to 100 km/h through Sunday morning.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow wind warning for parts of the northeast coast. This alert indicates a significant risk of strong winds that may result in property damage.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Bay of Exploits and surrounding areas along the northeast coast.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to monitor local alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, individuals can email [email protected] or post reports on X (formerly Twitter) using the hashtag #NLwx.
Expected Conditions
The region is expected to experience north to northeasterly winds. Maximum wind gusts are forecasted to reach up to 100 km/h. These conditions are strong enough to cause damage to buildings or infrastructure.
Timeline
The warning is effective immediately. The period of highest concern spans from Saturday night until Sunday morning. The current alert is scheduled to expire at 19:15:26 UTC on February 21, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice
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