What Happened
Nova Scotia is currently facing significant disruptions due to a winter storm that has brought heavy snow and hazardous conditions across the province. As reported, the Halifax Regional Municipality has been actively engaged in snow-clearing efforts, focusing on main roads and sidewalks. Environment Canada issued a yellow-level winter storm warning, predicting up to 25 cm of snow in the Halifax area and even higher amounts in southwestern regions, where some areas could see up to 50 cm of snow.
Why It Matters
The severe weather conditions have led to widespread school closures across Nova Scotia. All schools within the Halifax Regional Centre for Education are closed today to ensure safety and allow for cleanup operations. Additionally, schools in other regions, including Annapolis Valley, Chignecto-Central, Strait Regional, Tri-County, Cape Breton-Victoria, and South Shore Regional Centre for Education, have also canceled classes. This situation has prompted delays in the opening of several universities, including Dalhousie University and Saint Mary’s University, which will open at 10 a.m.
What’s Next
Residents are advised to avoid non-essential travel as cleanup efforts continue. Nova Scotia Power reported approximately 2,700 outages, primarily in the southwestern regions, indicating the storm’s impact on infrastructure. As the situation develops, further updates on school operations and travel advisories are expected.
