Justice and Public Safety
February 5, 2015

Public Advisory: Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated Throughout Newfoundland and Labrador

Fire and Emergency Services-Newfoundland and Labrador (FES-NL) encourages residents to be cautious around coastlines and waterways over the coming days as there is potential for elevated water levels due to large waves and pounding surf associated with a weather system forecast to affect the province tomorrow (Friday, February 6).

According to Environment Canada, an intensifying low pressure system will track towards the province from the southwest starting this evening and continuing into tomorrow. Large waves and pounding surf are expected to develop along the south coast, Burin Peninsula and southern Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland on Friday. Current guidance indicates that the wave heights will be in the eight to 10 metre range.

Municipalities and local service districts should ensure infrastructure such as roads, ditches and drains are clear of debris and appropriate provisions are made for the delivery of services in the event the weather has a greater impact than anticipated.

Residents are also reminded to follow the latest weather forecast for further alert bulletins and to take measures to ensure personal safety. More information regarding weather forecasts and warnings can be found at weather.gc.ca/warnings/index_e.html?prov=nl . Information regarding general emergency preparedness is available at www.getprepared.gc.ca/ .

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Media contact:

Bradley Power Public Relations Specialist Fire and Emergency Services-Newfoundland and Labrador 709-729-0857, 690-1810 bradleypower@gov.nl.ca

2015 02 05                              3:40 p.m.