Rainfall warnings and special weather statements have been issued for multiple areas across the Maritimes this weekend.
Nova Scotia Western Nova Scotia, including Halifax, is under a rainfall warning, with totals expected to reach 40 to 100 mm. The rain is anticipated to begin Friday evening and continue into Saturday afternoon, with some areas potentially receiving up to 25 mm per hour. Heavy downpours could lead to flash floods and water pooling on roads, and gusty winds may cause tree branches to break.
The rest of Nova Scotia is under a special weather statement, forecasting 30 to 50 mm of rain, with higher amounts possible in some locations. Rainfall in central and eastern Nova Scotia is expected to start Saturday morning and persist through the night.
Prince Edward Island Prince Edward Island is also under a special weather statement, predicting 30 mm of rain, with higher amounts possible in certain areas. Rain is expected to begin Saturday morning and continue through Saturday night. Gusty winds could lead to scattered power outages and transportation delays.
New Brunswick Southern and eastern New Brunswick are under a special weather statement due to significant rainfall, with 30 mm expected and potentially higher amounts in some areas. Rainfall is forecast to start Saturday morning and continue through the night. Gusty winds could also result in scattered utility outages and transportation delays.
