Active AlertsDivision No. 3, NL

Significant rainfall combined with melting snow is expected. The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall.

Locations: the south coast of Newfoundland from Port aux Basques to the Connaigre Peninsula.

Total rainfall: 50 to 80 mm, with locally higher amounts possible.

Time span: continuing until Friday evening.

Remarks: A prolonged period of rain and mild temperatures will lead to significant melting snow and runoff over the next couple days. The heaviest rain will occur in two impulses - the first today and the second on Friday, with a brief reprieve tonight. The rain will end Friday evening as it changes to snow or flurries.

Localized flooding may occur in areas with poor drainage. Ensure storm drains and gutters are clear of ice and debris to reduce localized flooding.

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Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas.

Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NLstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #NLwx.

For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.

Watch for washouts near rivers, creeks and culverts.