Winter storm nor’easter continues to pummel the Atlantic Canada region, particularly Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. The storm, which started on Tuesday afternoon, has already dumped nearly 40 centimetres of snow in the metro region and is expected to bring even more over the next few days. Weather advisories and winter storm warnings remain in effect for much of Newfoundland and Labrador. While Maritimers have the opportunity to dig out from the nor’easter, Newfoundlanders may have to wait a little longer as the snowy conditions persist.

Impacts on Newfoundland and Labrador

As the nor’easter continues to wallop Newfoundland, closures and cancellations abound on Thursday. The heavy snowfall and gusty winds have led to messy conditions, making travel difficult and hazardous. Fishing boats have been using their lights to guide crew members off teetering vessels amidst heavy snowfall. Schools and services remain closed, and storm warnings are still in effect. With up to 60 cm of snow reported in areas of northeast Newfoundland and more expected, residents are continuing to brace for the storm’s onslaught.

Snowfall in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia has also been affected by the nor’easter, with heavy snowfall and high winds hitting the province. On Sunday, Environment Canada issued a winter storm watch for Nova Scotia, forecasting up to 30 centimetres of snow. The messy conditions persist in the province, impacting travel and leading to school closures. Shoveling the snow has become quite the workout, but residents are urged to take caution and avoid back injuries.

Citations:

“Lights from fishing boats illuminating heavy snowfall helped guide four crew members off a teetering vessel.” – CBC News

“Initial snow reports from Environment Canada-monitored weather stations and volunteers from the CoCoRaHS network show the heaviest snow in St. John’s.” – The Weather Network

Summary:

Winter storm nor’easter continues to bring heavy snowfall and gusty winds to Atlantic Canada, particularly Nova Scotia and Newfoundland.

Almost 40 centimetres of snow has already accumulated in the metro region of Newfoundland, with up to 60 cm reported in areas of northeast Newfoundland.

Weather advisories and winter storm warnings remain in effect for much of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Schools and services are closed, and storm warnings are still in effect in Newfoundland.

Nova Scotia has also been impacted by the nor’easter, with heavy snowfall and high winds.

Shoveling the snow has become a workout in St. John’s, but residents are urged to take caution and prevent back injuries.