Justice and Public Safety
February 11, 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 (Thursday, February 12).

According to Environment Canada, a low pressure system is forecast to track across the Grand Banks on Thursday. Large waves and pounding surf are expected to develop for the Avalon Peninsula, including the Southern Shore. Current guidance indicates that the wave heights will be in the six to seven metre range, especially during Thursday evening.

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 effect than anticipated.

Residents are 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 11                              1:40 p.m.