Yellow Warning - Storm Surge

Higher than normal water levels and large waves are expected near the coast early Sunday afternoon.

The combinaison of: - moderate to strong northeasterly winds - a moderate surge set-up, and - a medium tidal range is likely to cause a minor breaking sea conditions along the coast in the first half of the afternoon Sunday in some coastal areas of the cities of Gaspé and Percé.

Coastal flooding is likely along the shoreline. Coastal erosion is possible in vulnerable areas.

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This warning is issued when high water levels pose a threat to coastal regions due to tides, storm surge and/or waves.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to QCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on social media using #QCStorm.