Blizzard conditions with more snow to fall along East Coast

Tuesday, April 4, 2017, 7:22 AM - A potent low-pressure system continues to bring blizzard conditions to Newfoundland, with a bit more snow on the way Tuesday stretching into the Maritimes.

Scroll down to see highlights from The Weather Network's Mark Robinson and Chris St. Clair as they covered the storm's impact.

Blizzard warnings remain in place for western sections of the island, with blowing snow advisories issued for the Avalon Peninsula and St. John's.

"Total accumulations from this storm are expected to reach 50 to 75 cm, with the highest totals likely occurring in the Gander area," Environment Canada said in a blizzard warning for the city. "Most remaining areas are expected to receive 25 to 30 cm of snowfall, expect over the Great Northern Peninsula where 10 to 15 cm is forecast."

Quick Facts

• Newfoundland sees snow across the island through Tuesday.
• Heaviest snow expected for northeastern Newfoundland, with up to 75 cm for the region.
• Avalon Peninsula expected to see 20 to 30 cm of snow. The Great Northern Peninsula, 10 to 15 cm.
• Winds in 80 to 90 km/h range for most areas, and up to 120 km/h along parts of the northeast coast into Tuesday.

"As of [Tuesday] morning Gander picked up 56 cm of snow, and St. John's 26 cm," The Weather Network meteorologist Matt Grinter says. "There's a decent band over St. John's, so they could easily pick up a couple more centimetres."

Snow and strong northerly winds of up to 90 km/h will make for another day of poor visibility on the roads Tuesday. Conditions are expected to improve as the snow and winds ease Tuesday evening.

Environment Canada cautions those along the coast about onshore winds, which will cause strong ice pressure to persist Tuesday along north-facing shorelines.

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In western Nova Scotia, meanwhile, a series of special weather statements were issued ahead of more than 10 cm of snow expected Tuesday night through Wednesday.

"The Yarmouth/Shelburne areas are likely to see freezing rain and/or ice pellets overnight into early Wednesday, therefore snowfall accumulations will be varied," The Weather Network meteorologist Nadine Hinds-Powell says.

Looking ahead, high pressure builds for Wednesday and Thursday, with sunny skies expected for Newfoundland. The next system takes aim at the Maritimes on Thursday and Newfoundlan on Friday -- but this one will be much warmer, with widespread rain.

FOLLOW ALONG: Highlights from The Weather Network's Mark Robinson and Chris St. Clair's coverage of the storm. See it below.