We can expect a mixed bag of weather today, with showers, thunderstorms and areas of heavy rain developing in several regions. The heaviest rainfall is expected across the Burin Peninsula, where totals of 20 to 30 mm are forecast around the Marystown area. Nearby communities on the Avalon Peninsula, including St. John’s, could see 10 to 15 mm of rain through the day. Elsewhere on the Island, rainfall amounts are expected to be lighter. Corner Brook and Port aux Basques are fo

The Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands has confirmed a case of rabies in a bat in the Trinity Bay area, marking only the second time the disease has been detected in a bat in the province. Officials said the previous confirmed case occurred in Cartwright in 2004. While the detection has prompted a public advisory, the department said there is currently no elevated risk to public or animal health. Rabies is a fatal disease that affects mamm

Sun and cloud are expected today on the Avalon Peninsula; rain is expected elsewhere. On the Great Northern Peninsula, rainfall amounts of 5 mm are expected. The Corner Brook and Gros Morne area will receive 25 to 35 mm. On the southwest coast, 5 mm is expected. Central Newfoundland will see 2 to 4 mm. Highs will range from 17 to 22. Across western Labrador, Labrador City will see 10 to 20 mm of rain with the risk of thunderstorms. Churchill Falls will receive 5 mm of rain. S