The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on a weather system that is anticipated to affect regions of the province over the coming days (March 7-9).

This weather event is forecasted to begin tomorrow afternoon (Thursday, March 7) and persist until Saturday morning. The system is predicted to bring significant snowfall, ice pellets and/or freezing rain amounts to southern, eastern and northeastern regions of the island. The highest precipitation amounts are forecasted for areas on the Avalon and Burin peninsulas. Impacts of this multi-day weather event may include travel disruptions, school and business closures, poor driving conditions and possible power outages.

The Provincial Emergency Operations Centre is currently activated to Level 1 – Enhanced Monitoring. While no action is required from emergency management partners at this time, they are asked to continue monitoring for updates and forecast information.

Residents are encouraged to monitor the Environment Canada forecast for the most up-to-date information.

Snow plows and ice control crews will be active during the weather event, however visibility will be reduced leading to unsafe driving conditions. Motorists are reminded to slow down and drive to conditions, and to check NL 511 via the mobile app, nl511.ca or call 511 for driving conditions in your area.

Municipalities and local service districts should ensure appropriate provisions are made for the delivery of services during severe weather events.

Visit Be Prepared for more information on emergency preparedness, including how to prepare for a blizzard-like conditions.

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