An angry ocean smashed into coastal areas along the northeast coast and the Avalon Peninsula today, causing widespread damage and destruction.
Storm surge, one of the most destructive elements of a weather system, struck many areas, collapsing some sheds and stripping siding, smashing windows, and tossing loose items around like confetti. The RNC have told people to be aware of flying debris – things such as road signs scattered everywhere.
Yes, there is a wharf underwater at Little Bay Islands #newfoundland #nlwx pic.twitter.com/N8dLtqpGSj
— Mike Parsons (@mikep_lbi) January 5, 2025
Winds hit triple digits in many areas, including the metro region. Mother Nature has called off some aspects of the assault, such as wind speed, but storm surge warnings continue until about midnight. Waves will continue to be 20-30 feet larger than normal when they break on shore. Dozens of communities, including metro, will have a lot of damage to contend with.
The storm surge washed out roads in beach areas, including Conception Bay North, so transportation officials are assessing the affected areas.
The Town of Gambo has declared a state of emergency. Parts of Brigus are underwater. The Lions Club in Lewisporte has been heavily damaged.
Planes and ferries were affected.
Pictures and video circulating online of the damage are dramatic.
Elliston, NL today with the heavy sea crashing against the shoreline. #NLwx #ShareYourWeather pic.twitter.com/vtBavIrp7M
— Mark Gray 🇨🇦 (@GrayMarker99) January 5, 2025
Storm Surge in Stiles Cove #NLWX @weathernetwork pic.twitter.com/nmI1EdgGgU
— Melissa Kelly (@MizKelly212) January 5, 2025
Check out these waves at Cape Bonavista, NL today!
I wish all of the tourists who visit us during the summer could experience a day like this. It’s incredible to experience.#ShareYourWeather #NLwx pic.twitter.com/DYyvbyJqWh— Mark Gray 🇨🇦 (@GrayMarker99) January 5, 2025
What is the weather like in the town of Portugal cove-St.Phillips NL?
The answer is a Bob Dylan song. blowing in the wind. #nltraffic #nlwx #ShareYourWeather pic.twitter.com/pY7bm9F7sl— Colin Lane (@ColinLa709) January 5, 2025
