Winter Storm Warning Issued for Great Northern Peninsula Through Tonight

Alert Details

Environment Canada has issued a yellow winter storm warning for the Great Northern Peninsula. This alert indicates that hazardous winter conditions are currently occurring or expected in the region, requiring immediate attention from residents.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Great Northern Peninsula, including the Northern Peninsula East region.

What You Should Do

Travel in the affected areas will likely be challenging due to the combination of snow and high winds. Residents are advised to monitor local alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, you can email [email protected] or post reports on X using the hashtag #NLwx.

Expected Conditions

Forecasters expect an additional snowfall accumulation of 2 to 4 cm. The most significant hazard involves maximum wind gusts from the north to northeasterly direction, reaching speeds of 80 to 100 km/h. These winds are expected to be strongest this evening. The gusty winds accompanying the snow will cause reduced visibility at times in blowing snow.

Timeline

The winter storm conditions are expected to continue through the evening and end overnight tonight. The current alert is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 8:01 AM UTC on February 22, 2026.