Winter Storm Warning Issued for Channel-Port aux Basques and Vicinity
Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for Channel-Port aux Basques, forecasting up to 30 cm of snow and wind gusts reaching 80 km/h through early Sunday morning.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning (yellow warning) for the Channel-Port aux Basques region. The alert is currently in effect as hazardous winter conditions are expected to impact the area.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers Channel-Port aux Basques and the immediate vicinity.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised that roads and walkways will likely be difficult to navigate due to the weather conditions. Environment Canada recommends continuing to monitor local alerts and forecasts. Severe weather can be reported via email at NLstorm@ec.gc.ca or on X using the hashtag #NLwx.
Expected Conditions
- Snowfall: Total accumulations of 20 to 30 cm are expected.
- Wind: On Saturday, southeasterly wind gusts will reach 50 km/h, with gusts up to 80 km/h in the Wreckhouse area. Overnight Saturday, winds will shift to the northwest with gusts between 60 and 80 km/h.
- Visibility: Heavy snow and blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility, particularly on Saturday afternoon and evening.
- Temperature: Temperatures are expected to fall below zero overnight Saturday.
Timeline
The weather event is scheduled to begin Saturday morning, with snow becoming heavy during the afternoon. Conditions are expected to deteriorate further overnight Saturday as winds shift and temperatures drop. Visibility is forecast to improve in the early morning hours of Sunday as the snow tapers off to flurries.
Source: ECCC Official Notice