Intensifying storm threatens damaging 100+ km/h winds over Newfoundland
A winter storm is set to intensify on Monday as it moves through Atlantic Canada, bringing powerful winds to Newfoundland
A snowy and icy system that swept through the Maritimes on Sunday is now heading toward Newfoundland, delivering a significant wintry mix to the island on Monday.
As the storm intensifies over the Gulf, strong winds are expected to develop across the region. Some areas may experience gusts exceeding 100 km/h.
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Wintry mess threatens travel across Newfoundland Monday
Precipitation will begin to wind down across the Maritimes as the bulk of the wintry storm moves into Newfoundland.
Freezing rain and ice pellets are expected to persist for inland regions of Newfoundland through Monday morning before transitioning to rain by the afternoon. The Avalon Peninsula will see rain in the morning, shifting to snow during the afternoon and evening.
Heavy snow will affect western Newfoundland throughout the day and evening, tapering to flurries overnight. However, strong winds will continue to cause widespread blowing and drifting snow.
"Travel will likely be hazardous due to near-zero visibility in blowing snow, while falling temperatures will result in the freezing of standing water from snowmelt or rainfall," warns Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) in a blowing snow advisory. "Roads and walkways will likely be hazardous due to increasingly icy conditions and poor visibility.
Power outages possible with 100+ km/h wind gusts
Wind gusts are forecast to reach 90-130 km/h in parts of the island, intensifying throughout Monday. Winds are expected to gradually ease overnight into Tuesday morning.
Localized damage and power outages are possible in areas impacted by the stronger winds.
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