Active AlertsPeterview Heritage Centre, NL

Special Weather Statement
Issued at Sat 5:23 AM Dec. 9
Issued by: Environment and Climate Change Canada
Description


Large waves, pounding surf and elevated water levels are expected, possibly exceeding high astronomical tide.

Locations: Portions of the northern Avalon Peninsula and east coast from Cape St Francis to Cape St John.

Time span: this morning through to this evening.

First high tide: near 5 A.M. this morning.
Second high tide: near 5 P.M. this evening.

Remarks: Storm surge and minor coastal flooding is possible along shorelines exposed to the north, especially near the high tide.

Shore or beach erosion and damage to coastal infrastructure is possible in vulnerable areas.

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