Upcoming Storm to Bring Significant Snowfall and Gusty Winds
Residents in central and eastern Prince Edward Island should prepare for challenging weather conditions from Sunday evening through Monday afternoon. A special weather statement from Environment Canada highlights potential for heavy snow and powerful winds in Queens and Kings counties.
The forecast indicates that the eastern parts of Kings County may see 10 to 20 centimetres of snow, accompanied by northeasterly wind gusts reaching 60 to 80 kilometres per hour. Accumulating snow, intensifying winds, and blowing snow are expected to worsen travel conditions starting Sunday evening, with possible disruptions to utilities.
Affected areas across the province could accumulate 10 to 20 centimetres of snow overall. Meteorologist Jay Scotland noted that the projected storm track positions the heaviest impacts south and east of the island. Western regions might escape major snowfall but could still experience northeasterly to northerly winds causing blowing and drifting snow.
Preparation Advice for Islanders
“Islanders should prepare for messy roads and poor visibility Sunday night through Monday afternoon,” Scotland advised. Blizzard-like conditions are possible, with wind gusts potentially ranging from 50 to over 80 km/h during this period. Motorists and residents are urged to monitor updates and plan accordingly to ensure safety amid the deteriorating weather.
