50 cm Snow Buries Newfoundland as Powerful Storm Forces Shutdowns
Eastern Newfoundland is digging out tonight after a powerful winter storm dumped more than 50 centimetres of snow and the system is not finished yet.
Heavy snow has blanketed communities across the Bonavista and northern Avalon peninsulas, including the provincial capital, St. John’s. Deep drifts are lining streets, sidewalks are disappearing and daily life has been thrown into disruption. Environment Canada has issued an orange storm warning, which signals the potential for significant damage and serious interruptions to normal activity.
At St. John’s International Airport, flights were cancelled as the snow intensified, stranding travellers and delaying departures. On the ground, public transportation in the capital has been halted and schools across much of eastern Newfoundland have closed for the day. For many families, that means scrambling to adjust plans while crews work to keep roads passable.
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In Paradise, a suburb just outside St. John’s, snowfall totals have already surpassed 55 centimetres. Forecasters say some areas could see up to 60 centimetres before the storm system finally moves on. That is not just a light dusting. That is a season-defining event in a region already known for harsh winters.
Power outages are adding another layer of concern. Roughly 1,000 customers were without electricity at last check and with more snow still falling, restoration efforts could face additional challenges. When you combine heavy accumulation, strong winds and freezing temperatures, it creates dangerous travel conditions and increases the risk of infrastructure strain.
This storm matters because eastern Newfoundland is no stranger to extreme weather, but repeated high-impact systems can stretch emergency services and municipal resources thin. Businesses lose valuable operating hours, supply chains can be delayed and vulnerable residents face heightened risks if outages persist.
For viewers around the world, this is another stark reminder of how winter weather can rapidly shut down entire regions. Transportation hubs close, schools go dark and communities shift into emergency mode almost overnight.
Crews will be working through the night to clear roads and restore power, but the next several hours remain critical. Conditions can change quickly and officials are urging residents to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary.
Stay with us as we continue to monitor developments from eastern Newfoundland and bring you the latest updates on the storm’s impact and recovery efforts.
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