What Happened
A powerful nor’easter is currently affecting Nova Scotia, leading to significant travel disruptions, including the cancellation of all flights at Halifax Stanfield International Airport for the remainder of Monday. The storm is expected to bring between 30-50 cm of snow to the southeast region of Nova Scotia by dawn on Tuesday, along with wind gusts reaching up to 80 km/h, which are reducing visibility due to blowing snow.
Why It Matters
The severe weather has not only impacted air travel but has also led to school closures and power outages across the province. Nova Scotia Power activated its Emergency Operations Centre to manage the situation, as the heavy snow and wind pose risks to power lines and infrastructure. Environment Canada has issued winter weather warnings for both Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, indicating that the worst of the storm is expected to occur in the afternoon and evening hours.
What’s Next
Travelers are advised to stay in contact with their airlines for updates regarding flight statuses and potential rebooking options. The disruptions at Halifax Airport are part of a larger pattern of flight cancellations and delays across Canada, with thousands of passengers affected due to the ongoing severe weather conditions linked to a winter storm impacting the northeastern United States. As the situation develops, further updates will be provided by local authorities and airlines.
