winter storm
Snow, blowing snow, and strong winds will taper off early this morning.
Locations: Bay of Exploits and Bonavista North.
Maximum wind gusts: northwesterly 100 km/h.
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Travel will likely be challenging.
Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 16, 2025 09:11
Until: Dec 16, 2025 14:01
winter storm
A period of blizzard-like conditions will continue.
Locations: Grand Falls-Windsor and vicinity, and Buchans and the interior.
Further snowfall: 10 to 15 cm.
Maximum wind gusts tonight: northwesterly 100 km/h.
Time span: continuing until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: Snow combined with strong northwesterly winds is resulting in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow. Conditions will begin to improve late overnight.
Secure loose objects around your property that could be blown away. Take steps to be prepared for utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 16, 2025 02:48
Until: Dec 16, 2025 13:05
winter storm
A period of blizzard-like conditions will continue.
Locations: Bay of Exploits and Bonavista North.
Further snowfall: 15 to 20 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts tonight: northwesterly 130 km/h.
Time span: continuing until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: Snow at times heavy combined with intensifying northwesterly winds is resulting in blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow. Conditions will begin to improve late overnight.
Secure outdoor objects that could be lifted by strong winds. Take steps to be prepared for extended utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 16, 2025 02:39
Until: Dec 16, 2025 13:03
winter storm
A period of blizzard-like conditions will continue.
Locations: Gander and vicinity.
Further snowfall: near 15 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts tonight: northwesterly 120 km/h.
Time span: continuing until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: Snow at times heavy combined with intensifying northwesterly winds is resulting in blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow. Conditions will begin to improve late overnight.
Secure loose objects around your property that could be blown away. Take steps to be prepared for utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 16, 2025 02:38
Until: Dec 16, 2025 13:02
winter storm
Winter storm conditions are no longer expected.
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From: Dec 16, 2025 11:07
Until: Dec 16, 2025 12:07
winter storm
A period of blizzard-like conditions is expected.
Locations: Grand Falls-Windsor and vicinity, and Buchans and the interior.
Further snowfall: 10 to 15 cm.
Maximum wind gusts tonight: northwesterly 100 km/h.
Time span: continuing until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: Snow will combine with intensifying northwesterly winds this evening resulting in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in widespread blowing snow tonight.
Secure loose objects around your property that could be blown away. Take steps to be prepared for utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 15, 2025 19:34
Until: Dec 16, 2025 11:34
winter storm
A period of blizzard-like conditions is expected.
Locations: Bay of Exploits and Bonavista North.
Further snowfall: 15 to 20 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts tonight: northwesterly 130 km/h.
Time span: continuing until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: Snow will becoming heavy at times this evening and combine with intensifying northwesterly winds resulting in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow tonight.
Secure outdoor objects that could be lifted by strong winds. Take steps to be prepared for extended utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 15, 2025 19:31
Until: Dec 16, 2025 11:31
winter storm
A period of blizzard-like conditions is expected.
Locations: Gander and vicinity.
Further snowfall: near 15 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts tonight: northwesterly 120 km/h.
Time span: continuing until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: Snow at times heavy will redevelop this evening and combine with intensifying northwesterly winds resulting in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow tonight.
Secure loose objects around your property that could be blown away. Take steps to be prepared for utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 15, 2025 19:30
Until: Dec 16, 2025 11:30
winter storm
A period of blizzard-like conditions is expected.
Locations: Bay of Exploits and Bonavista North.
Total snowfall: 30 to 40 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday northeasterly 80 km/h.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday night northwesterly 130 km/h.
Time span: continuing until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: A period of strong northeasterly winds with snow at times heavy and local blowing snow is expected Monday ahead of an approaching storm system. Behind this system, cold temperatures combined with fresh snowfall and very intense northwesterly winds will result in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow Monday night.
Secure outdoor objects that could be lifted by strong winds. Take steps to be prepared for extended utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 15, 2025 02:28
Until: Dec 15, 2025 18:28
winter storm
A period of blizzard-like conditions is expected.
Locations: Bay of Exploits and Bonavista North.
Total snowfall: 30 to 40 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts Monday: northeasterly 80 km/h.
Maximum wind gusts Monday night: northwesterly 130 km/h.
Time span: overnight tonight until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: A period of strong northeasterly winds with snow at times heavy and local blowing snow is expected Monday ahead of an approaching storm system. Behind this system, cold temperatures combined with fresh snowfall and very intense northwesterly winds will result in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow Monday night.
Secure outdoor objects that could be lifted by strong winds. Take steps to be prepared for extended utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 15, 2025 02:19
Until: Dec 15, 2025 18:19
winter storm
A period of blizzard conditions is expected.
Locations: Gander and vicinity.
Total snowfall: 30 to 35 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts Monday night: northwesterly 110 km/h.
Time span: continuing until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: A period of northeasterly winds with snow at times heavy and local blowing snow is expected Monday ahead of an approaching storm system. Behind this system, cold temperatures combined with fresh snowfall and intense northwesterly winds will result in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow Monday night.
Secure loose objects around your property that could be blown away. Take steps to be prepared for utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 15, 2025 02:16
Until: Dec 15, 2025 18:16
winter storm
A period of blizzard conditions is expected.
Locations: Gander and vicinity.
Total snowfall: 30 to 35 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday night northwesterly 110 km/h.
Time span: overnight tonight until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: A period of northeasterly winds with snow at times heavy and local blowing snow is expected Monday ahead of an approaching storm system. Behind this system, cold temperatures combined with fresh snowfall and intense northwesterly winds will result in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow Monday night.
Secure loose objects around your property that could be blown away. Take steps to be prepared for utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 14, 2025 20:58
Until: Dec 15, 2025 12:58
winter storm
A period of blizzard conditions is expected.
Locations: Bay of Exploits and Bonavista North.
Total snowfall: 30 to 40 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday northeasterly 80 km/h.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday night northwesterly 130 km/h.
Time span: overnight tonight until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: A period of strong northeasterly winds with snow at times heavy and local blowing snow is expected Monday ahead of an approaching storm system. Behind this system, cold temperatures combined with fresh snowfall and very intense northwesterly winds will result in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow Monday night.
Secure outdoor objects that could be lifted by strong winds. Take steps to be prepared for extended utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 14, 2025 20:05
Until: Dec 15, 2025 12:05
winter storm
A period of blizzard conditions is expected.
Locations: Bay of Exploits and Bonavista North.
Total snowfall: 30 to 40 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday northeasterly 80 km/h.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday night northwesterly 130 km/h.
Time span: overnight tonight until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: A period of strong northeasterly winds with snow and local blowing snow is expected Monday ahead of an approaching storm system. Behind this system, cold temperatures combined with fresh snowfall and very intense northwesterly winds will result in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow Monday night.
Secure outdoor objects that could be lifted by strong winds. Take steps to be prepared for extended utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 14, 2025 19:31
Until: Dec 15, 2025 11:31
winter storm
A period of blizzard conditions is expected.
Locations: Gander and vicnitity.
Total snowfall: 30 to 35 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday night northwesterly 110 km/h.
Time span: overnight tonight until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: A period of northeasterly winds with snow at times heavy and local blowing snow is expected Monday ahead of an approaching storm system. Behind this system, cold temperatures combined with fresh snowfall and intense northwesterly winds will result in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow Monday night.
Secure loose objects around your property that could be blown away. Take steps to be prepared for utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 14, 2025 19:30
Until: Dec 15, 2025 11:30
winter storm
A major winter storm is expected.
A period of blizzard conditions is expected.
Locations: Gander and vicnitity.
Total snowfall: 30 to 35 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday night northwesterly 110 km/h.
Time span: overnight tonight until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: A period of northeasterly winds with snow at times heavy and local blowing snow is expected Monday ahead of an approaching storm system. Behind this system, cold temperatures combined with fresh snowfall and intense northwesterly winds will result in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow Monday night.
Secure loose objects around your property that could be blown away. Take steps to be prepared for utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 14, 2025 19:19
Until: Dec 15, 2025 11:19
winter storm
A major winter storm is expected.
A period of blizzard conditions is expected.
Locations: Bay of Exploits and Bonavista North.
Total snowfall: 30 to 40 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday northeasterly 80 km/h.
Maximum wind gusts: Monday night northwesterly 130 km/h.
Time span: overnight tonight until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
Remarks: A period of strong northeasterly winds with snow and local blowing snow is expected Monday ahead of an approaching storm system. Behind this system, cold temperatures combined with fresh snowfall and very intense northwesterly winds will result in a period of blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility in blowing snow Monday night.
Secure outdoor objects that could be lifted by strong winds. Take steps to be prepared for extended utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 14, 2025 19:13
Until: Dec 15, 2025 11:13
winter storm
Snow, blowing snow, and very strong winds are expected.
Locations: Bay of Exploits and Gander and vicinity.
Total snowfall: 20 to 30 cm, with locally higher amounts possible in the vicinity of Bay of Exploits.
Maximum wind gusts: northeasterly 70 to 90 km/h shifting to northwesterly 110 to 130 km/h.
Time span: overnight tonight until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
- delays or cancellations of ferry services
- utility outages
Remarks: Strong winds accompanying the snow will cause poor and at times near-zero visibility in blowing snow. Intense northwesterly winds will develop late Monday evening and persist until early Tuesday morning, causing hazardous winter conditions.
Roads and walkways will likely be very difficult to navigate.
Secure outdoor Christmas decorations and other objects that could be lifted by strong winds.
Take steps to be prepared for utility outages. Keep mobile devices charged.
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Winter Storm Warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather (such as snow, freezing rain, wind and rain) are expected or occurring.
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.
From: Dec 14, 2025 08:57
Until: Dec 15, 2025 06:05
blowing snow
Snow and strong winds will lead to poor visibility in blowing snow.
Locations: Bonavista North.
Total snowfall: 15 to 20 cm.
Maximum wind gusts Monday morning and early afternoon: easterly 70 km/h.
Maximum wind gusts Monday evening until Tuesday morning: northwesterly 100 to 120 km/h.
Total time span: Monday morning to Tuesday morning.
Remarks: Conditions will deteriorate as strengthening winds combine with fresh snowfall to cause widespread blowing snow. Visibility will improve for a few hours Monday afternoon and early evening as temperatures rise above zero and the snow is expected to mix with, or change to, rain. However, blowing snow and poor visibility will redevelop Monday evening as temperatures fall and snow re-enters the region combined with intense northwesterly winds.
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Travel will likely be hazardous due to near-zero visibility.
Blowing snow advisories are issued when widespread poor visibility in blowing snow 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 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.
From: Dec 14, 2025 09:12
Until: Dec 15, 2025 01:12
winter storm
Hazardous winter conditions are possible.
Locations: northeastern and central Newfoundland, parts of western Newfoundland, and Northern Peninsula East.
Potential snowfall: 20 to 40 cm, with higher amounts possible.
Potential wind gusts (northeastern Newfoundland and the Great Northern Peninsula): easterly 80 km/h, shifting to northwesterly 90 to 120 km/h.
Potential wind gusts (central and western Newfoundland): northeasterly 60 km/h, shifting to northwesterly 60 to 90 km/h.
Time span: overnight Sunday until Tuesday morning.
Similar storms in the past have caused:
- school closures and cancellations of community activities
- disruptions to public services
- delays or cancellations of ferry services
Remarks: An approaching weather system appears likely to bring adverse winter weather to the region. The combination of snow and strong winds is likely to result in near blizzard-like conditions with poor visibility. There is uncertainty as to where the heaviest snow will fall, but the potential exists for significant accumulations over some locations.
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Roads and walkways may be difficult to navigate. Visibility may be suddenly reduced to near zero at times.
Winter Storm Watches are issued when hazardous winter weather conditions are possible.
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.
From: Dec 14, 2025 02:20
Until: Dec 14, 2025 18:20
