Tag: Environment Canada
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Winter Storm Warnings Hit Newfoundland and Labrador as Blizzard-Like Conditions Loom
Overview: A Coastal Blizzard Approaches Residents of Newfoundland and Labrador woke to alerts as Environment Canada issued winter storm warnings for much of the province. The weather system sweeping in from the Atlantic is bringing heavy snowfall, gusty winds, and conditions that could reduce visibility and create treacherous travel. The storm is expected to persist…
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Winter Storm Warning: Newfoundland braces for blizzard conditions
Overview: Newfoundland under a winter storm warning Much of Newfoundland and Labrador is under a winter storm warning as a powerful low-pressure system pushes heavy snow, gusty winds, and blizzard-like conditions toward the Atlantic coast. Environment Canada has issued advisories for Thursday afternoon, with conditions expected to persist into Friday. Residents are urged to stay…
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Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding Alerts Across British Columbia’s Fraser Valley and North Shore Mountains
Overview: Flood Risk rises as BC braces for more rain British Columbia is facing renewed rainfall that could trigger flooding across the Fraser Valley and the North Shore Mountains. Environment Canada has issued orange-level warnings as heavy downpours lash the region, contributing to power outages already affecting thousands in the Lower Mainland. Residents from Vancouver…
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Long Lake Wildfire Sets Record for Air Quality Warnings in Nova Scotia
Overview of the Long Lake Wildfire The Long Lake wildfire in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, has made headlines for setting a record number of air quality warnings and advisories, according to Environment Canada. This wildfire, which began its destructive path in mid-August, has raised concerns about public health and environmental safety across the region. Record-Breaking…
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Severe Air Quality Warning in Effect for Peace Region
On August 31, 2025, a severe Air Quality Warning has been officially issued for the Peace Region, including the city of Grande Prairie, by Environment Canada. This warning serves as a crucial reminder for residents and visitors of the potential health impacts stemming from adverse atmospheric conditions. The high levels of pollutants in the air…
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Heat Wave Hits Metro Vancouver and Southern B.C.
Metro Vancouver and much of southern British Columbia are bracing for a significant heat wave, prompting Environment Canada to issue heat warnings for the region. With temperatures expected to soar over the next two days, residents are urged to prepare for an intense summer spell that could escalate health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations. As…