Brace yourselves, folks! A major winter storm is heading straight for the Avalon Peninsula, and Environment Canada is taking no chances. They've issued a series of alerts and warnings, and it's time to pay attention.
The winds are expected to howl at speeds of 80-100 km/h across the entire Avalon region, with a heavy snowfall of 35-50 cm or more predicted to begin tonight. Central areas are looking at 15-35 cm of snow, and high winds throughout the day. But here's where it gets controversial...
Environment Canada is also predicting dense, heavy snowfall for everyone. This means reduced visibility and potentially hazardous conditions.
Orange Winter Storm Warning: This replaces the previous watch for the Avalon and Burin Peninsulas. Prepare for 35-50 cm of snowfall, with rainfall of 5-10 mm mainly affecting the southern Avalon. Wind gusts will reach a maximum of 80-100 km/h from the east, northeast, and north. This storm is expected to last from Sunday night through Tuesday afternoon.
Along the south coast, from Burgeo to Ramea, wind warnings and blowing snow advisories are in effect, with near-zero visibility expected. The east and northeastern shorelines, from Cape Freels to Cape St. Mary's, are under a yellow Coastal Flood Warning. Environment Canada Meteorologist Veronica Sullivan advises staying away from these areas.
"The storm coincides with the nearly full moon, resulting in elevated water levels due to storm surge and wave action from the east to northeasterly winds. This is especially concerning for east and north-facing coastlines," Sullivan told VOCM News.
"Keep an eye out for potential coastal flooding and damages."
So, are you prepared for this winter wallop? What steps are you taking to stay safe during this major storm? Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!
