Winter Storm Warning Issued for Gander, Terra Nova, and Bonavista North
Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for parts of Newfoundland, forecasting heavy snow, strong winds, and near-zero visibility through Thursday morning.
Winter Storm Warning in Effect for Gander and Surrounding Areas
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning (yellow warning) for regions in Newfoundland. The alert confirms that heavy snow, blowing snow, and strong winds are currently impacting the area.
Affected Areas
The following geographic regions are included in this warning:
- Gander and vicinity
- Terra Nova
- Bonavista North
Expected Conditions
According to the latest meteorological data, residents should prepare for the following hazards:
- Snowfall: Additional accumulations of 10 to 15 cm are expected.
- Wind Speeds: Northerly wind gusts are forecast to reach between 60 and 80 km/h, with the strongest gusts occurring along the coast.
- Visibility: Blowing snow will cause visibility to be suddenly reduced to near zero at times, creating hazardous travel conditions.
- Additional Hazards: Periods of flurries or freezing drizzle are likely to continue even after the primary snow tapers off.
Timeline
The winter storm conditions are expected to continue through Thursday morning, February 19. Remarks from Environment Canada indicate that flurries and freezing drizzle may persist into Friday or longer.
What You Should Do
Residents are urged to monitor ongoing alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, you can email NLstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using the hashtag #NLwx. Exercise extreme caution if travel is necessary, as visibility can change rapidly.
Source: ECCC Official Notice