First Snowstorm of 2024 Is Taking Aim at Eastern Newfoundland With Up to 30cm of Snow on Friday
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As we embark on the new year, Eastern Newfoundland is bracing for its first significant weather challenge. Only a few days into the year, we find ourselves anticipating a major storm. This storm is expected to usher in a considerable amount of snow, starting Friday morning and persisting until Saturday morning.
This imminent snowfall is attributed to a low-pressure system set to pass east of the province. While a substantial snow accumulation of over 10cm is forecasted for most of Eastern Newfoundland, the Avalon Peninsula is anticipated to bear the brunt of this storm. Here, snow accumulations could reach up to 30cm, with the possibility of even higher local amounts.
The onset of the snow is slated for Friday morning and is likely to extend into the late hours of Friday or the early hours of Saturday. The intensity of the snowfall is expected to peak later in the afternoon and continue into the evening. Particularly on the Avalon Peninsula, snowfall rates could approach 5cm per hour over several hours.
Concurrently, wind gusts reaching speeds of up to 80km/h are predicted to commence and persist through the night. These conditions are likely to create blizzard-like scenarios, severely hampering visibility and making driving conditions very dangerous.
Residents should prepare for significant disruptions caused by this storm. The combination of heavy snow and strong winds is likely to impact roadways, potentially leading to hazardous travel conditions. It is advisable to stay updated on weather conditions and plan accordingly to ensure safety during this period of active weather.
