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Latest Weather News - Halifax

• As wildfires burn, natural disasters key focus for Canada’s premiers 

  'It’s not lost on us that emergency preparedness for natural disasters is more important than ever,' Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston said.

  Weather

  Jul 25
• Repeated extreme weather events linked to rise in mental health problems, trauma

  Psychologists say there is a worrying growth in mental health issues linked to the increasing incidents of flooding and other climate disasters occurring across the country.

  Environment

  Jul 16
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• N.S. mom who lost son in 2023 floods says latest tragedy ‘makes things real again’

  In the wake of another fatal flood incident last week, a mother who lost her child during last year's flash floods is calling for improvements to Nova Scotia's alert system.

  Environment

  Jul 16
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• Heavy rain brings flooding to area of N.S. that suffered flood fatalities a year ago

  Emergency alerts were issued overnight Thursday in Digby, Annapolis, Kings and Hants counties, as Environment Canada reported that over 100 mm of rain fell in a few hours.

  Weather

  Jul 12
• June heat wave was likely fuelled by climate change. By how much?

  Federal officials are scheduled to unveil the results of a rapid analysis into last month's heat wave that enveloped parts of Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada.

  Weather

  Jul 9
• Canada can’t catch a break from the heat. Will it last all summer?

  A sizzling heat wave is gripping Canada and the United States as a global streak of the hottest months continues to shatter records.

  Weather

  Jul 8
• Remnants of Hurricane Beryl expected to hit Canada, torrential downpours possible

  Southern Ontario and Quebec, as well as New Brunswick and Nova Scotia can expect heavy rain and possible flooding from Beryl when its remnants hit Canada.

  Weather

  Jul 8
• High heat and humidity forecast for much of the Atlantic provinces

  Environment Canada says daytime highs are forecast to hit around 31 degrees, but the accompanying humidity will make it feel more like 37 to 39 degrees.

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  Jul 8
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• Is Hurricane Beryl a sign of the ‘threat’ to come for Atlantic Canada?

  Hurricane Beryl has already broken several records, including becoming the earliest Category 5 storm to ever form in the Atlantic Ocean.

  Canada

  Jul 3
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• Three-day heat wave in parts of Atlantic shatters records

  Weather records were shattered during the three-day heat wave that rolled across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador this week.

  Weather

  Jun 21
• Heat wave gripping Ontario, Quebec and Maritimes showing signs of passing

  Ontario, Quebec and parts of Atlantic Canada have been dealing with stifling heat, with Thursday bringing temperatures of around 30 to 35 degrees Celsius.

  Weather

  Jun 21
• N.S. heat wave: Halifax now under warnings as temperatures could feel like 41 C

  Environment Canada issued a heat warning for Nova Scotia on Tuesday. The weather agency forecasted conditions to feel like 41 C with the humidex value throughout the week.

  Weather

  Jun 18
• Canada set to see above-normal hurricane season: ‘Be prepared’

  The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has forecast an 85 per cent chance of an above-normal season, with 17-25 named storms expected.

  Weather

  May 23
• Canadian Hurricane Centre says active storm season predicted for East Coast

  The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is calling for 17 to 25 named storms, with between eight and 13 of those becoming hurricanes.

  Weather

  May 23
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• Northern lights could appear across Canada as ‘severe’ geomagnetic storm nears

  Clear skies in your area could mean a spectacular display of northern lights, thanks to a severe geomagnetic storm expected to hit Earth.

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  May 10
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• It feels like spring in Nova Scotia, finally. But are the warm days here to stay?

  Among other indications, Hope for Wildlife animal rehabilitation centre has welcomed their first babies of the season: an orphaned red-tailed American squirrel and a porcupine.

  Weather

  Apr 16
• Total solar eclipse: How to watch if you can’t see it in person

  Global News will be livestreaming Monday's total solar eclipse for Canadians who won't be able to watch it in person.

  Canada

  Apr 7
• Total solar eclipse: Will clouds dampen the rare celestial event?

  What does the Monday forecast look like as millions get ready to watch the rare total solar eclipse? Here is what you need to know.

  Canada

  Apr 6
• ‘Very wet and heavy’: Spring snowstorm expected for N.S., up to 20 cm possible

  A 'significant early spring snowfall' is expected in Nova Scotia this week, according to Environment Canada. About 10 to 20 centimetres of snow is expected.

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  Apr 2
• Flash flooding possible as heavy rain forecast to hit parts of N.S. and N.B.

  Environment Canada has issued rainfall warnings for most of New Brunswick and parts of Nova Scotia on Thursday, with some areas forecast to receive up to 90 millimetres of rain.

  Weather

  Mar 28
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• Thousands of N.S. residents lose power as heavy winds, rain batter province

  Roughly 21,000 homes were without electricity Sunday morning due heavy winds and rain, according to Nova Scotia Power. Some areas may be without power until late in the evening. 

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  Mar 24
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• March madness: Parts of N.B. could get up to 40 cm. of snow in weekend storm

  In a winter storm warning issued by Environment Canada on Friday, hazardous winter conditions are said to begin near noon on Saturday and continue until Sunday morning. 

  Weather

  Mar 22
• Freezing rain, ice pellets and snow in line to hit N.S. for March storm

  Precipitation will begin in Nova Scotia as rain on Thursday, before changing to freezing rain and ice pellets by night and into Friday. 

  Weather

  Mar 5
• Some schools closed amid wind, rainstorm in Halifax, thousands without power

  Some schools were closed due to power outages and the Halifax Transit ferries briefly suspended service during a wind and rainstorm Thursday.

  Weather

  Feb 29