The second storm of the winter is expected in Gaspésie on Saturday, which could cause damage again. What is drawing attention is the risk of coastal flooding and flooding with large amplitude tides.
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Flood times are between 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. We are talking about astronomical heights along the coast on both sides of the Baie-des-Chaleurs with waves of 2 to 3 meters high.
Jean-Philippe Bégin of Environment and Climate Change Canada still wants to reassure the Gaspésie sectors.
A coordination point will be set up in the Maria town hall from Saturday afternoon.
Police officers, firefighters and civil security representatives will be on site to monitor and coordinate the necessary measures depending on the situation.
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An emergency shelter will also be open at lunchtime at the community center. An evacuation notice has already been sent to citizens at risk of flooding.
A tide of 2.6 meters (9 feet) is expected in this sector of Baie-des-Chaleurs and there is a risk of waves that could reach up to 3 meters (10 feet) at the peak of the storm, depending on the strength of the Winds.
We also forecast good snow accumulation on the ground combined with blowing snow. The snow warning for Baie-des-Chaleurs, Chandler and Murdochville predicts a total accumulation of 10 to 15 cm on Saturday.
In Gaspé the same duration applies and the total accumulation is 25-40 cm on Saturday.
The Acadian Peninsula is expected to see a rise of 15 cm from Saturday to Sunday, but it is the strong gusts between 50 and 90 km/h that need to be taken into account.
The Magdalen Islands will see light snow at midday, but strong winds are warned with top speeds of up to 90km/h.
It is recommended to avoid unnecessary travel. There is a risk of flooding on roads along the coast due to high tides.