Environment Canada has warned of tricky weather conditions for much of the Maritimes starting Sunday morning.
In New Brunswick, residents can expect 10 to 20 centimeters of snow, particularly in the northeastern areas. As the day progresses, the snow will shift to ice pellets and then to freezing rain in the south. Strong winds could cause poor visibility, especially in the northeast, making travel challenging. This unsettled weather is likely to last until Monday morning.
Moving to Prince Edward Island, snow will blanket the area at first. However, by Sunday evening, it will transform into ice pellets and then freezing rain. Early Monday morning, it’s expected to revert back to snow, accompanied by strong winds.
For Nova Scotia, most regions are not under weather alerts, except for the north where the pattern resembles that of New Brunswick. Up north, snow will change to ice pellets then freezing rain, finally transitioning to rain by Sunday evening. However, in areas with higher elevation, such as Cobequid Pass, the change to rain may take longer.
Weather patterns like this, especially with the transition from snow to freezing rain, can create hazardous conditions on the roads. According to the Canadian Automobile Association, winter driving conditions are a major concern, with icy roads contributing to a 30% increase in accidents during severe winter weather.
Stay informed, as conditions can change rapidly. For continuous updates, it’s wise to check trusted sources like Environment Canada.
