Strong winds coming to Nova Scotia Monday, says Environment Canada
Environment Canada has issued wind warnings for mainland Nova Scotia Monday while Cape Breton is expected to see a mix of strong winds and rain.
Wind warnings have been issued for the mainland while Cape Breton sees special weather statement
Environment Canada has issued wind warnings for mainland Nova Scotia Monday while Cape Breton is expected to see a mix of strong winds and rain.
For the mainland, the weather agency predicts southerly winds with maximum gusts of 80 km/h to 100 km/h from Monday afternoon until evening.
Environment Canada warned of potential damage to buildings, as well as power outages.
For Cape Breton, the weather agency issued a special weather statement for Monday night. It expects southerly winds with maximum gusts of 70 km/h to 80 km/h. However, exposed areas could see gusts of up to 100 km/h.
“At this time, total rainfall amounts are not expected to be significant,” said the statement. “However, a period of heavy rain is possible during the strongest winds.”
Marine Atlantic has announced that all ferry crossings between Port aux Basques, N.L., and North Sydney scheduled for Monday have been cancelled because of the anticipated weather conditions.
