Heavy Snowfall Causes Delays and Closures on P.E.I.
Heavy snowfall on Prince Edward Island (P.E.I.) has led to significant disruptions across the province. The snowfall began overnight, resulting in widespread delays and closures on Tuesday.
School Closures Across P.E.I.
Due to adverse weather and travel conditions, all English and French schools in the area will remain closed for the day. This includes:
- Island Montessori Academy in Stratford
- Island Montessori Academy in Cornwall
Additionally, all campuses of Holland College and the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) in Charlottetown and St. Peter’s Bay are also closed.
Health Services Advisory
The AVC Veterinary Teaching Hospital continues to operate for emergencies. Islanders are encouraged to check with Health PEI regarding any delays or appointment changes, which can be found on the provincial health agency’s website. Those with appointments at hospitals or clinics should confirm their attendance beforehand.
Civil Service and Municipal Office Updates
All provincial civil service offices will open late, starting at 10:30 a.m. A further update will be provided by 9:30 a.m. Similarly, Charlottetown City Hall and its administration have announced a delayed opening until 10:30 a.m.
The Provincial Credit Union branches will also operate on a delayed schedule, opening at 11 a.m.
Weather Warnings and Forecast
Environment Canada has issued yellow snowfall warnings for Kings and Queens counties, along with a special weather statement for Prince County. Flurries are expected to persist throughout the morning, with snow accumulations between five to 10 cm anticipated before tapering off later in the afternoon.
According to CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin, wind gusts will continue to affect conditions, but the wind is expected to calm down as the evening approaches. This could lead to blowing snow but reduced totals in Prince County as the storm system moves out of the area.
For the latest information, continue to follow updates on the evolving weather situation.
