Værmelding for Sheeps Head

wind warning in effectStrong winds that may cause damage are expected or occurring.Maximum gusts: northwesterly 80 km/h, except 110 along parts of the coast.Locations: St. John's and vicinity, Avalon Peninsula North, Bonavista Peninsula, and Bonavista North.Time span: overnight Saturday night until Sunday evening.Similar storms in the past have resulted in:- disruptions to ferry services- power outages###Damage to buildings, such as to roof shingles and windows, may occur. Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. High winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches.Wind warnings are issued when there is a significant risk of damaging winds.Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #NLwx.

Environment Canada

special weather statement in effectPotential wintry weather this weekend.Locations: Avalon Peninsula.Time span: overnight Saturday night through Sunday morning.Remarks: The potential exists for the first accumulating snowfall of the season, especially inland and over higher terrain. However, coastal areas may receive only rain. In addition, strong northerly winds will develop Saturday night into Sunday morning, with gusts likely nearing 100 km/h along parts of the east coast.There exists considerable uncertainty with regards to the timing and accumulations associated with this system. Any change in the storm's track would significantly affect where and when the heaviest snow will fall. Additional information will be provided as the details become more certain.###Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #NLwx.

Environment Canada