Atlantic Canada is experiencing significant snow and ice from a powerful winter storm that has impacted the region, leading to school closures and hazardous conditions.
Much of Atlantic Canada is reeling from a powerful winter storm that swept across the region, resulting in heavy snowfall and icy conditions. As of Tuesday morning, communities such as Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, reported around 20 centimetres of snow, disrupting daily activities and leading to the closure of public schools in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and the capital of Newfoundland and Labrador. Cleanup crews have been working diligently to restore normalcy as residents navigate through the winter weather.
The storm is not an isolated incident for parts of Atlantic Canada, particularly eastern Newfoundland. The community of Paradise recorded over 150 centimetres of snow from consecutive storms over the past week, underscoring the severity of winter weather in the region. Environment Canada has issued various winter storm warnings, although by Tuesday morning, only a few advisories remained, primarily concerning the southeastern part of Labrador, where additional snow accumulation is expected.
Meteorologist Chris Fogarty has provided updates on social media, alerting residents about ongoing hazardous conditions and predicting further snowfall of up to 25 centimetres for the affected areas. These extreme weather patterns pose challenges for local communities, particularly as the season progresses, emphasizing the need for preparedness and responsive measures to ensure safety amid ongoing winter storms.
