Active AlertsMoosehead, NS

Special Weather Statement

Issued at Sun 10:42 AM Feb. 22

Issued by: Environment and Climate Change Canada

Description

Significant snowfall and strong winds are expected. Locations: eastern half of Nova Scotia. Potential snowfall: 15 to 25 cm. Potential wind gusts: northeasterly 60 to 80 km/h. Time span: Monday afternoon and Monday night. Remarks: An intense low pressure system is expected to pass south of southwest Nova Scotia Monday night then track over eastern Nova Scotia Tuesday morning, bringing heavy snow and strong winds to eastern Nova Scotia before an eventual changeover to rain late Monday night or early Tuesday morning. Blowing snow is possible on Monday night in areas away from the Atlantic coast, where temperatures are likely to be near or above zero during the strongest winds. Snow accumulation may make travel slow or hazardous. Roads and walkways could become slippery and difficult to navigate. Plan ahead in case schools or scheduled activities are cancelled. Make sure snow removal equipment (e.g., shovels or blowers) and supplies are prepared in advance. ### Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NSstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #NSStorm.

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Coastal Flooding Statement

Issued at Sun 6:48 AM Feb. 22

Issued by: Environment and Climate Change Canada

Description

Elevated water levels and wave activity are possible.

Locations: Atlantic coastlines of Shelburne, Queens, Lunenburg and Halifax counties.

Time span: during high tide later Monday evening.

Maximum wave heights: 5 to 7 metres, breaking upon approach to shore.

Remarks: An intense low pressure system will bring very strong northeast winds and high waves to the above regions later on Monday. Storm surge combined with wave action near high tide may raise water levels above the highest astronomical tide.

People in coastal areas should monitor conditions closely in case they begin to worsen.

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

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