Fierce Winds Leave Thousands Without Power Across the Maritimes
Hey folks, it's been a rough day across the Maritimes as intense winds swept through New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island, leaving a trail of downed trees, damaged power lines, and thousands of people without electricity. This Sunday, April 20th, Mother Nature flexed her muscles in a major way, and the impact has been felt across the entire region.
In Moncton, strong gusts brought down trees behind homes on Pioneer Avenue — a scene that was repeated in communities all across the province. These winds weren’t just your average breeze; we’re talking gusts topping 90 kilometres an hour in some spots. With that kind of force, it’s no surprise over 30,000 customers experienced power outages at the peak of the storm.
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But it wasn't just New Brunswick that got hit. Nova Scotia and P.E.I. also took the brunt of this weather system, which has been pushing its way eastward with relentless energy. While the Maritimes will see a bit of a break in the wind come Monday, things are far from calm just yet — especially for our neighbours in Newfoundland.
Newfoundland is staring down a serious winter blast, even this late in April. Parts of the province could see up to 30 centimetres of heavy, wet snow, paired with winds reaching up to 100 km/h. That combo makes for dangerous travel and possible whiteout conditions, especially in places like Corner Brook, Port aux Basques, and northwest of Clarenville.
It’s a reminder that spring in Atlantic Canada can be wildly unpredictable — sunshine one week, blizzards the next. With more rain forecast for the Maritimes by Tuesday afternoon, residents are being urged to stay updated with local weather alerts and take extra caution on the roads.
If you’re still without power, hang in there. Crews are out there working hard to get everyone back online. In the meantime, stay safe, check on your neighbours, and maybe keep those flashlights and candles handy — just in case this storm season has a few more surprises up its sleeve.
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