Early November Winter Storm Update Four

3:44 PM AST Friday 07 November 2014
Wind warning in effect for:

• Sydney Metro and Cape Breton County

Strong winds that may cause damage are expected or occurring.

An intensifying low pressure system over the Bay of Fundy will track northeastward to lie over the Gulf of St Lawrence this evening and over Newfoundland Saturday afternoon. Strong westerly winds gusting up to 100 km/h will develop in its wake early Saturday morning and then gradually diminish Saturday afternoon and evening as the low moves away.
Damage to buildings, such as to roof shingles and windows, may occur. Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions due to high winds.

Wind warnings are issued when there is a significant risk of damaging winds.

Environment Canada meteorologists will update alerts as required. Stay up to date with Weatheradio or your local media. Email reports of severe weather to weatherASPC@ec.gc.ca or call 1-877-815-9900. You may tweet reports using the hashtag #NSStorm.