Gale and freezing-spray warnings remain in effect for parts of eastern Nunavut
Environment Canada’s updated Sunday morning marine forecast keeps gale and freezing-spray warnings in effect for West Clyde, Cumberland and the northern half of West Brevoort. Frobisher Bay has no marine warning, but northwest winds of 25 knots and flurries are forecast before winds ease this evening. Source↗
What happened
Environment Canada issued an amended marine forecast at 9:02 a.m. EDT on Sunday, Oct. 18. Gale and freezing-spray warnings are in effect for West Clyde, Cumberland and northern West Brevoort. West Clyde is forecast to reach northwest winds of 35 knots Monday evening. Cumberland and northern West Brevoort are forecast to see northwest winds of 35 knots before easing overnight. Snow or flurries, low temperatures and visibility of one mile or less in snow are forecast in several eastern Nunavut marine areas. Source↗
Why it matters
Gale-force winds, freezing spray and reduced visibility can make travel and harvesting conditions more hazardous for boats operating in the affected waters. In Frobisher Bay, there is no current warning, but mariners can expect northwest winds of 25 knots, flurries and one-metre seas today. The latest available ice forecast for the bay lists bergy water. Source↗
What happens next
Environment Canada said its next scheduled eastern Nunavut marine forecast was due at 5 p.m. EDT Sunday. Mariners should check the newest forecast and warnings before leaving shore because marine conditions and warning areas can change quickly. Source↗
Important details
Freezing-spray warnings are forecast to end overnight in Cumberland and northern West Brevoort, Monday afternoon in East Clyde, and Monday evening in West Clyde. Frobisher Bay is forecast to have northwest winds easing to 15 to 20 knots early Sunday evening and continuing Monday, with temperatures near -3 C. Source↗


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