Rip currents, heavy rainfall expected as Gert glances Atlantic Canada
HALIFAX — Environment Canada warned of rip currents, rapidly changing water levels and heavy rainfall in parts of Atlantic Canada as hurricane Gert glanced the region Thursday.
The national weather forecaster said while Gert would not have a direct impact on the Atlantic provinces, long-period swells of up to three metres were expected along the southern coast of Newfoundland Thursday evening, with the highest waves likely along the Avalon peninsula.
“With the combination of the higher waves and swells associated with Gert, it may result in some minor flooding,” said meteorologist Linda Libby.
Dangerous rip currents were possible, Libby said, so residents were warned to be cautious while swimming.