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September 12, 2006
(Municipal Affairs)
 

The following is distributed at the request of the Newfoundland and Labrador Emergency Measures Organization:

Adverse weather conditions expected from Hurricane Florence

The Newfoundland and Labrador Emergency Measures Organization (NLEMO) has been advised by Environment Canada that eastern Newfoundland could be affected by adverse weather conditions caused by Hurricane Florence which is expected to pass south east of the Avalon on Wednesday and Thursday morning, September 13 and 14.

As the storm passes, heavy rain, high seas and strong winds are forecasted to accompany this storm. Heavy surf may be especially strong along the southern Avalon and over the Burin Peninsula.

Municipalities are advised to take measures to ensure that storm sewers are clear; culverts, bridges, drains, etc. are free from debris; and that emergency personal are available should the need arise.

Home, business and boat owners are advised to take every precaution to prevent damages that could be caused by any potential flooding and higher than normal tides.

The public are advised to listen for updated forecasts and to be vigilant in taking appropriate precautionary measures to mitigate against possible property damage.

Recommended steps to follow are:

  • Ensure all drains are free from debris, clean out window and door wells, close all windows etc.;
    Ensure that sump pumps are working;
  • Keep items such as lawn furniture and ladders out of the wind;
  • Secure exposed fishing gear, and both commercial boats and pleasure craft;
  • Remove, in a safe manner, dead tree branches from trees that could pose a hazard;
  • Should basement flooding occur, ensure that the power is shut off at the main breaker before stepping into water. Care should be taken to prevent electrocution. If you are unsure call a licensed electrician;
  • Property owners should advise their municipal officials if they become aware of excessive flooding on streets or blocked drains or culverts;
  • Should you become aware of downed power lines, do not touch these, but advise Newfoundland Power immediately;
  • All residents are advised to use caution in undertaking these preventative measures.

The public is encouraged to ensure that cell phones are charged and to have fresh batteries for a portable radio on hand in the event of a power outage.

NLEMO is maintaining close contact with Environment Canada to monitor the progress of these weather systems.

For further weather information the public may call Environment Canada in St. John�s at (709) 772-5534, Gander at (709) 256-6868 or in the western region at (709) 637-4570, or visit:
www.weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca/hurricane/index_e.html

Media contact:
John Tompkins, Communications, (709) 729-1983, 690-2498
Lynn Salter, Communications, (709)729-0084, 693-5801

2006 09 12                             12:40 p.m.


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