What Happened
A severe winter storm has impacted Nova Scotia, leading to significant snowfall and hazardous conditions. The Halifax Regional Municipality reported heavy snow mixed with precipitation, prompting snow-clearing efforts on Tuesday morning. Environment Canada issued a yellow-level winter storm warning for the region, predicting up to 25 cm of snow in Halifax and up to 50 cm in southwestern areas. As of early Tuesday, approximately 2,700 power outages were reported across the province, primarily affecting the southwestern regions.
Why It Matters
The winter storm has resulted in the closure of all schools within the Halifax Regional Centre for Education, as well as several other educational institutions across the province. This decision was made to ensure the safety of students and staff due to poor road conditions and to facilitate cleanup efforts following the storm. Additionally, Dalhousie University and Saint Mary’s University have delayed their openings until 10 a.m., along with other campuses in the area.
What’s Next
As cleanup efforts continue, residents are advised to avoid non-essential travel to assist snow-clearing crews. The situation remains dynamic, and further updates regarding school operations and weather conditions are expected as the storm subsides.
