Winter Storm Warning Issued for Norman Bay to Lodge Bay Area

Alert Details

Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for the coastal region between Norman Bay and Lodge Bay. This alert is triggered by the expectation of multiple types of severe winter weather, including significant snowfall and blowing snow.

Affected Areas

The warning is specifically in effect for the geographic corridor spanning from Norman Bay to Lodge Bay.

What You Should Do

Travel in the affected area is expected to be challenging, and residents should be prepared for possible road closures. Environment Canada advises the public to continue monitoring alerts and forecasts. To report severe weather, residents can email [email protected] or post reports on X using the hashtag #NLwx.

Expected Conditions

Total snowfall accumulations are forecast to be between 20 and 30 cm, with the heaviest precipitation expected on Friday night. Maximum northerly wind gusts are projected to reach 70 km/h, with the strongest winds occurring overnight Friday. While a significant portion of the snow is expected to accumulate before the onset of the strongest winds, visibility will deteriorate rapidly as winds increase. Residents should expect near-zero visibility at times due to blowing snow.

Timeline

The winter storm conditions are expected to begin Friday morning and persist until Saturday morning. The most severe conditions, including peak winds and heaviest snow, are anticipated for Friday night.