News release

Safety Reminders for First Snow

Emergency Management Office
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal (Oct. 2007 - Feb. 2021)

The Emergency Management Office is advising Nova Scotians to prepare for what could be the first wave of winter. Environment Canada has issued snowfall warnings for most of mainland Nova Scotia for Wednesday, Nov. 23.

"The great November weather may have been deceptive," said Ross Landry, Minister of Justice. "We will get a taste of winter weather tomorrow and I want to encourage Nova Scotians to be ready and to be cautious."

Environment Canada predicts, beginning around midday, much of the province likely will get 20 to 30 centimetres of snow through the afternoon and evening.

This could cause dangerous road conditions and wet snow or ice to build up on utility wires.

Drivers can check the latest road conditions before departing by calling 511, checking the 511 website at http://511.gov.ns.ca . The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure and Renewal website also offers highway cams at www.gov.ns.ca/tran/cameras .

Nova Scotians are also advised to take the usual precautions: install snow tires if possible, and review 72-hour home emergency and car safety kits.

People can check the EMO website at emo.gov.ns.ca/content/winter-storms for details about winter weather preparations. Weather updates are available from Environment Canada at www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/ .