special weather statement in effect
Gusty winds and cold temperatures will combine to produce very cold wind chills.
Locations: most of Newfoundland.
Time span: until midday Monday.
Wind Chill Values:
-24 to -29 (western, central, and eastern Newfoundland)
-20 to -24 (south coast and southern Avalon)
Remarks: A brisk west to northwesterly flow is bringing a prolonged stretch of frigid conditions. Very cold wind chills will persist through much of the period, with little relief expected until winds gradually ease during the day on Monday.
Be sure to dress warmly. The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
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Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NLstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #NLwx.
For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.
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