Post-tropical storm Teddy headed for Newfoundland after passing P.E.I.

Post-tropical storm Teddy has passed P.E.I. and is moving toward western Newfoundland.

After making landfall near Ecum Secum, N.S., as a post-tropical storm early this morning,CBC meteorologist Jay ScotlandsaidTeddy moved across Nova Scotia before passing east of P.E.I. early Wednesday afternoon.

Scotland said that while the storm's impact was less than expected in terms of power outages and damage, Teddy brought heavy rain and gusty winds to a wide swath of P.E.I.

Between 40 and70 millimetres of rainfall was recorded across the Island, saidScotland, with wind gusts ranging from 50 to 80 km/h.

The tropical storm watch, rainfall warning and tropical cyclone information statement have allended forP.E.I.

Northumberland Ferriescancelled all sailings for the day. Confederation Bridgeopened to all traffic around 3:30 p.m. after restrictions earlier in the day.

There were no major outages reported byMaritime Electric.

• See a full list of cancellations onStorm Centre.
• Islanders can call in cancellations to 1-877-236-9350.

"Winds will continue to ease tonight and the showers taper off. The sky clears overnight ahead of breezy, but fairly sunny and mild Thursday," Scotland said.

"Perfect weather for any cleanup that folks may need to do."

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