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Alerts for: Northern Peninsula East

Warnings


Rainfall Warning in effect for:

  • Northern Peninsula East

Rain, heavy at times is expected. The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall. Locations: southwestern and western Newfoundland including the Great Northern Peninsula and Green Bay - White Bay. Time Span: Continuing until Saturday morning or evening. Total Rainfall Amounts: 40 to 70 mm, with higher amounts possible. Remarks: Steadier rainfall is expected to begin again over the southwest coast early Friday morning. Significant runoff may occur as the rain combines with mild temperatures, leading to considerable snowmelt. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance. Rainfall warnings are issued when significant rainfall is expected. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NLstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #NLwx.



Freezing Rain Warning in effect for:

  • Northern Peninsula East

Freezing rain is expected or occurring. Locations: Northern Peninsula East. Freezing rain amounts: 5 to 10 mm, except 15 mm over higher terrain. Time span: Friday morning until early Saturday morning. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. Freezing rain warnings are issued when rain falling in sub-zero temperatures creates ice build-up and icy surfaces. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NLstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #NLwx.

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