Storm Alert: Up to 50 cm Snow and 90 km/h Winds Hit These Regions
A powerful winter storm is set to hit regions along the eastern United States, with significant impacts expected in Canada as well. The weather system is anticipated to develop over the weekend and will bring snow and strong winds starting Sunday.
Storm Details
The storm, referred to as a weather bomb, will intensify as it approaches the coast. It is expected to bring:
- Up to 50 cm of snow in certain areas.
- Wind gusts reaching speeds of 90 km/h.
Regions Affected
While most of Quebec will avoid heavy snowfall, the Maritimes are well within the storm’s trajectory. Areas expected to experience significant snowfall include:
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
- Parts of Quebec’s Gaspé Peninsula and the Magdalen Islands
Timing and Forecast
Weather alerts are already in effect across these regions. The storm will likely make landfall on Sunday, impacting the eastern United States from Virginia Beach to Boston. It will then move towards Canada on Monday.
Meteorologist Patrick Duplessis highlighted that snowfall in the Maritimes could range from 30 to 50 cm in some locations. Winds will pick up from Monday evening, leading to challenging conditions.
Quebec’s Situation
Fortunately, the majority of Quebec is expected to escape the worst effects of the storm. However, a cold front will follow the storm’s passage, bringing lower temperatures across the province. This cold air is expected to move in on Tuesday.
Analysts predict that while the snow will largely avoid Quebec, residents will still feel the chill as temperatures drop. The good news is that a warming trend is forecasted by the latter part of next week.
The impending storm highlights the dynamic nature of weather systems in the region, with a significant cold front poised to follow in its wake.
