Winter storm bringing heavy snow to Atlantic Canada

A storm is set to hit Atlantic Canada, bringing heavy snow and potentially dangerous travel conditions late Monday into Tuesday. This winter weather is typical for the East Coast in March, but the current system might cause significant disruptions. The storm will form off the coast of Maine and move over the Bay of Fundy. By Monday evening, precipitation will spread into the Maritimes, continuing overnight. In Halifax, people can expect a mix of wet snow changing to rain as temperatures rise. Coastal areas of Nova Scotia may experience strong winds, gusting up to 70 km/h. New Brunswick will see mostly snowfall, particularly in places like Moncton, while southern areas could see a mix. Prince Edward Island is also forecasted to receive wet snow before midnight. Snow accumulation is expected to be around 10-15 cm in many areas. On Tuesday, the storm will move into Newfoundland, bringing more snow and slippery roads, especially from Gander to Port aux Basques. The southwestern part of Newfoundland may receive 10-15 cm of snow, while the central region could see 5-10 cm. The Avalon Peninsula, however, will likely get rain instead of snow. After the storm, warmer temperatures are expected, which should help the snow melt quickly.