Weather – Snow in the forecast
The SaltWire Network weather desk indicates a high-pressure system moving eastward over southern Atlantic Canada gives mostly sunny conditions and mild temperatures before a low passing to the north brings rain in the south.
The Island may be in for a bit of a windy, wintery surprise by week’s end.
Special weather statement: Potential storm over the Maritimes late in the week
A storm will likely develop Friday and affect P.E.I. into the weekend. While it is too soon to provide specific details on precipitation, there is a good possibility of accumulating snow, heavy rainfall and strong winds.
In addition, there is a possibility of higher than normal water levels as well as large waves impacting coastlines where winds blow onshore. The highest risk is for parts of north to west facing coastlines.
It is too early to give specifics on impacts and areas to be affected. Additional information will be provided it becomes available.
For weather updates throughout the day, check in with SaltWire Network’s chief meteorologist Cindy Day by visiting Weather by Day.
Traffic advisories:
Charlottetown - A traffic advisory has been issued with the following impacts expected for today.
- Riverside Drive between Southgate Lane and Kensington Road will be reduced to one lane on Northbound side (heading towards St. Peters Road from the QEH). This lane closure is expected to be in place until approximately 3:30 p.m.
- Callbeck Crescent off of Henri Blanchard Drive will be closed for the day with access to local traffic only. This closure is for work on the East Royalty Trunkmain project.
- Traffic signal upgrades will be taking place at the intersection of Euston Street, Pownal Street and Spring Park Road. At times traffic in this area will be reduced to one lane, traffic control personnel will be onsite. Drivers are reminded that when approaching an intersection where the traffic lights are off, it is to be treated as a 4-way stop. Pedestrian crossing signals and advance arrows are also being installed at this intersection as part of the upgrades.
- Brickwork is taking place on Queen Street between Water Street and Richmond Street resulting in some closures on the sidewalk. Half of the sidewalk in this section will be restricted.
- Sidewalk work is scheduled to take place in the following areas (for the week of Nov. 4-8) on Greensview Drive between Kensington Road and David’s Lane.
Stratford - Mason Road leg of Stratford roundabout to open
The Mason Road leg of the Stratford roundabout will open by noon on Tuesday. To access Mason Road from the Trans-Canada Highway, drivers will use the Mason Road leg of the new roundabout. The previous access to Mason Road will be closed. There may be intermittent periods of two-way, one-lane traffic. Delays can be expected, and drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes. Reduce speed. Prepare to stop. Obey signs and traffic control personnel.
Work on the Stratford roundabout is expected to be complete by the end of November.
Confederation Bridge – Traffic is running smoothly
The Confederation Bridge is currently open to all traffic.
For updates, visit confederationbridge.com.
Northumberland Ferries Limited – Schedule for Nov. 4-30
Departure times:
From Wood Islands – 6:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 2:45 p.m., 6:15 p.m.
From Caribou – 9:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 8 p.m.
For more information, visit Ferries.ca.
Charlottetown Airport schedule
Flights are on schedule at the Charlottetown Airport.
For updates, visit flypei.com.
