Flooding possible as heavy rain, high winds expected across Nova Scotia
Environment Canada says conditions will last from Saturday afternoon into Sunday morning
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for all of Nova Scotia.
The forecaster said an approaching weather system is expected to bringfrom 25-45 millimetres of rainacross the province from Saturday afternoon into Sunday.
Rainfall Warning for NS for Saturday.
Rain + mild temps + gusty winds will lead to rapid snow melt & bring the risk of localized flooding.
Freezing Rain Warning for NB where 4-8 hours of icing is possible Saturday Aft/Eve.
Les Suetes Warning for Sat Evening.#nsstorm #nbstorm pic.twitter.com/ZeeYBgVCva
—@ryansnoddonAccording to the warning, mild temperatures and melting snow will cause a risk of localized flooding in low-lying areas. The risk is especially likely in areas where snow banks obstruct storm drains.
The system is also expected to bring strong southwest wind gusts of 80 km/h or higher across the province.
Environment Canada is asking the public to continue to monitor its alerts and forecasts.
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