Wind Warning Issued for Avalon Peninsula: Southwesterly Gusts Up to 100 km/h Expected
Environment Canada has issued a yellow wind warning for the Avalon Peninsula North, effective through Friday evening with gusts potentially causing damage.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow wind warning for the Avalon Peninsula. This alert indicates a significant risk of strong winds that may cause damage to property or infrastructure.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Avalon Peninsula, including the Avalon Peninsula North region. The strongest wind conditions are expected to occur along the coastal areas.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to be aware of their surroundings if they must be outside during the period of strongest winds. Environment Canada encourages the public to continue monitoring alerts and forecasts. To report severe weather, residents can email NLstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using the hashtag #NLwx.
Expected Conditions
Southwesterly winds are forecast with maximum gusts reaching up to 100 km/h. These strong winds carry the potential to cause damage. Conditions are expected to be most intense near the coast.
Timeline
The alert is effective as of the morning of Friday, March 13, 2026. The warning is expected to remain in place until the evening, with the current expiration set for 11:37 PM (23:37) UTC.
Source: ECCC Official Notice