The forecast information indicate the weather system is anticipated to track near or over the Avalon region Friday night into Saturday.

Regional forecast information is updated regularly by Environment Canada ( https://weather.gc.ca/warnings/index_e.html?prov=nl ).

Residents are asked to

* Secure loose items around your house eg. Lawn furniture and clear drains and basins

* Trim branches and cut dead trees

* Be prepared—make sure you have your emergency kit prepared with food, water, batteries, a portable radio, and prescription medications for up to 72 hours in case of a power outage, or other effects of the storm (Information on emergency kits can be found here: https://www.gov.nl.ca/beprepared/be-prepared/… )

* Charge your devices