Freezing spray warning in effect for Frobisher Bay as northwest winds strengthen Thursday
Environment Canada has a freezing spray warning in effect for Frobisher Bay. Northwest winds are forecast to increase to 30 knots near noon Thursday, with seas building to two to three metres and visibility dropping to one mile or less in flurries.
What happened
Environment Canada issued its latest Frobisher Bay marine forecast at 5 p.m. EDT on Oct. 14. It says freezing spray is expected to begin Thursday evening as near-zero temperatures combine with strengthening northwest winds. Source↗
Why it matters
Freezing spray can quickly build ice on boats and equipment, while stronger winds, higher seas and poor visibility can make travel more difficult for marine users around Frobisher Bay.
What happens next
The warning is in effect for Thursday evening. Mariners should check the latest forecast before travelling and continue monitoring Canadian Coast Guard radio, as Environment Canada advises.
Important details
The forecast calls for light winds overnight, increasing to northwest 30 knots near noon Thursday. Seas are expected to build from one metre or less to two to three metres. Scattered flurries are forecast to end near noon Thursday, with visibility of one mile or less in flurries. The ice forecast lists bergy water for the area.
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