Active AlertsPierre Gingras Memorial Park, NS

Significant snowfall and strong winds are expected to impact Nova Scotia.

Potential snowfall: 15 to 30 cm or more.

Potential wind gusts: northeasterly 60 to 80 km/h.

Time span: beginning late Sunday afternoon over southwestern areas spreading to northern areas by Sunday evening.

Impacts: Travel conditions will deteriorate Sunday evening due to accumulating snow, strengthening winds and blowing snow. Consider adjusting travel plans to avoid the most hazardous conditions.

Local utility outages are possible due to heavy snow.

Risk of coastal flooding coinciding with high tide on Monday.

Ensure snow removal equipment (e.g. shovels or blowers) and supplies are prepared in advance of the storm.

Remarks: A developing storm will bring snow and blowing snow to Nova Scotia Sunday and into Monday.

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