A nor’easter approaching the Maritimes is expected to bring strong winds, heavy rain, and possibly significant snowfall, impacting the region from Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon. Anticipate potential power outages and travel disruptions, including ferry and bridge closures, as wind speeds could reach 70 to 90 kilometers per hour.
Environment Canada has issued yellow warnings for various Nova Scotia regions, indicating the possibility of hazardous weather conditions that could lead to damage or health issues. Concerns also arise from the heavy wet snow forecasted for inland and higher-elevation areas across Nova Scotia, P.E.I., and southern New Brunswick, with expected snowfall amounts ranging between 15 and 30 centimeters.
The snowfall forecast for the Annapolis Valley, Truro, and eastern P.E.I. remains challenging due to temperature variations that could significantly impact snow accumulation. Coastal areas of Nova Scotia are likely to experience mostly rain, with some snow mixing in, depending on elevation and proximity to the coast.
Rainfall warnings have been issued for Shelburne and Yarmouth counties, while snowfall warnings are in effect for Annapolis, Antigonish, Colchester, Cumberland, Hants, Kings, and Pictou counties. These alerts fall under Environment Canada’s new weather warning system, denoting potentially dangerous conditions affecting travel and causing delays.
The storm is expected to begin impacting the region on Tuesday afternoon, with varying precipitation types across different areas. The heaviest snowfall rates are projected for Tuesday night as the storm’s center moves in. Wednesday morning is anticipated to bring continued snow and rain, leading to challenging commuting conditions. The storm is set to taper off by Wednesday evening, with strong winds gradually easing.
Coastal areas along the Bay of Fundy and the Northumberland Strait should also brace for rain mixing in overnight Tuesday and into Wednesday. Wind gusts of 70 to 80 km/h are expected for Nova Scotia, P.E.I., and southeastern New Brunswick, with potential coastal gusts reaching 90 km/h. The weather system is likely to cause disruptions and delays, particularly affecting travel.
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