The Maritimes is bracing itself for an intense winter storm that promises to bring a mixture of snow, strong winds and freezing rain.
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School and business cancellations have been reported in Nova Scotia. Airports are warning of travel disruptions, while Marine Atlantic cancelled sailings between Nova Scotia and Newfoundland.
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Damage and power outages are expected and Nova Scotia Power has launched the biggest pre-storm mobilization in the company’s history.
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