4:47 AM AST Wednesday 10 January 2024

WIND WARNING:

Strong winds that may cause damage are expected or occurring.

Maximum wind gusts: southeasterly 90 to 100 km/h. Possibly higher along exposed coastal areas.

Location: most of Nova Scotia.

Time span: spreading from west to east beginning this morning in the southwest and reaching Cape Breton Island by this afternoon.

Remarks: Areas with saturated ground are at increased risk for uprooting of trees, especially in areas already impacted by recent major wind storms. Damage to buildings, such as to roof shingles and windows, may occur. High winds may result in power outages and fallen tree branches. Wind warnings are issued when there is a significant risk of damaging winds.

RAIN WARNING:

Rainfall, combined with melting snow, is expected. The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall.

Total rainfall: 20 to 40 mm.

Location: most of Nova Scotia.

Time span: today and this evening.

Remarks: Heavy rainfall, strong winds, and mild temperatures will lead to significant to near total melting of the existing snow pack. The combination of run-off and rainfall will increase the risk of localized flooding in poor drainage areas. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Rainfall warnings are issued when significant rainfall is expected.

-via Environment Canada