Active AlertsPostville - Makkovik

Orange Warning - Winter Storm

Issued at Sat 10:52 AM Jan. 31
Issued by: Environment and Climate Change Canada
Description

Snow, at times heavy, blowing snow, and strong winds will continue.

Locations: Postville to Makkovik.

Additional snowfall: 10 to 20 cm.

Maximum wind gusts: northwesterly near 50 km/h.

Time span: continuing until early Sunday.

Remarks: Snowfall rates will gradually ease throughout the day. Strong winds accompanying the snow will reduce visibility in blowing snow today, but should ease tonight.

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Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced to near zero at times.

Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.

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Recommended Action


Avoid non-essential travel and outdoor activities.

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