Overview
Residents in flood-prone areas should take measures to protect themselves and their property. They should move furniture and belongings away from possible flood water, secure property that might be swept away or damaged by a flood, and pile sandbags along shorelines abutting property. They should also secure objects that could be torn loose or blown around.
Storm surges often accompany hurricanes and along with the highest tides expected this weekend, can create tremendous damage, severe flooding and force evacuations. Getting caught near the shoreline during a storm surge could be life-threatening, and dangerous riptides are expected off the shores of Nova Scotia.
Ongoing Updates test
Hurricane Irene 6pm update - September 26
Irene is estimated to be about 700 kilometres wide, with significant wind and rain at the outer edges.
This can produce treacherous coastal conditions. People are asked to use good judgment and stay away from dangerous coastal areas Sunday and into next week.
EMO is participating in planning meetings and departments across government are alert and preparing.
Hurricane Bill 6pm update - August 22
Residents in flood-prone areas should take measures to protect themselves and their property. They should move furniture and belongings away from possible flood water, secure property that might be swept away or damaged by a flood, and pile sandbags along shorelines abutting property. They should also secure objects that could be torn loose or blown around.
Post Tropical Storm Hanna 6pm update - September 4
The Canadian Hurricane Centre's most recent update at 3 p.m. today, Sept. 4, indicated that Tropical Storm Hanna was located about 330 kilometres East of Nassau, the Bahamas. Maximum sustained winds were estimated at 102 km/h. Hanna was moving at 22 km/h.
A home emergency kit should be packed so that it is easy to carry in the event of an evacuation.
Services for active emergencies
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