Wintry Storm Forces School Closures in Parts of Nova Scotia

Wintry Storm Forces School Closures in Parts of Nova Scotia

Parts of Nova Scotia are experiencing significant disruptions today due to a wintry storm. This weather event has resulted in numerous school closures across the province.

Severe Weather Impact on Schools

  • Tri-County Regional Centre for Education is closed.
  • South Shore Regional Centre for Education has suspended classes.
  • Schools in the Annapolis Valley are also closed.
  • In the Chignecto Central region, schools in East Hants, Advocate, and Parrsboro are affected.

Forecast Details

Meteorologist Ryan Snoddon from CBC has provided crucial insights into the current weather conditions. The storm is expected to bring:

  • 10 to 20 centimeters of snow.
  • Heaviest snowfall likely along the Atlantic coastline, Northumberland Shore, and Cape Breton.

With temperatures hovering around freezing, the snow will be heavy. This may lead to branches being weighed down and potentially causing power line outages.

Preparation Recommendations

Residents are advised to prepare for possible power outages due to the expected heavy snow. Caution is advised when shoveling as the snow could be quite dense.

Winter Parking Ban

The Halifax Regional Municipality has announced that a winter parking ban will be in effect from 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. Thursday. Residents are encouraged to adhere to this regulation to facilitate snow removal efforts.

Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for ongoing updates on the wintry storm and its effects on Nova Scotia. Prepare and stay safe during this winter weather event!