Flash Flooding
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Why a flood damage grant N.S. businesses applied for doesn’t actually existBusinesses that suffered damage earlier this year during a historic flood were surprised to learn that a $2,500 provincial grant they applied for doesn't actually exist.CanadaNov 23, 2023
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Nova Scotia medical examiner says too early to decide on probe into July flood deathsNumerous potential areas of improvement in emergency response have been raised by the parents of one of the six-year-old victims, as they have called for an independent inquiry.EnvironmentOct 6, 2023
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Nova Scotia floods caused $170M in insured damages, estimate showsSevere thunderstorms in July dumped more than 250 millimetres of rain on the hardest hit parts of the province, causing damage and killing four people.CanadaAug 24, 2023
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Temporary bridge on main road to Peggy’s Cove opens to trafficNova Scotia's Department of Public Works announced on Friday that crews have opened a temporary bridge to allow drivers to reach Peggy's Cove through Route 333 in Blind Bay.TrafficAug 18, 2023
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‘We don’t even exist’: Homeowners impacted by N.S. floods couldn’t get insurance answersAn elderly couple impacted by the Nova Scotia flash floods say they were unable to get a straight answer from their insurance company about what's covered and what's not.CanadaAug 11, 2023
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Freeland says Ottawa to ‘work harder’ to provide relief to victims of N.S. floodingThe bills for damaged provincial infrastructure are going to be massive, provincial cabinet ministers said Thursday.CanadaJul 27, 2023
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State of emergency lifted early in N.S. following devastating floodsA state of emergency can remain in effect for 14 days or until it is no longer required. Nova Scotia received up to 250 millimetres of rain this weekend.CanadaJul 26, 2023
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Tales emerge of N.S. flood rescues, as towns grieve losses but grateful for heroismActs of heroism are a source of consolation as Nova Scotia grieves the loss of two children and a 52-year-old man who died during the weekend flooding.CanadaJul 26, 2023
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‘An entire province praying’ for safe return of 4 missing people from floods: N.S. premierThe Nova Scotia government has also declared a provincewide state of emergency. It will remain in effect until Aug. 5 as residents recover from torrential rains and flooding.WeatherJul 23, 2023
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4 people missing, dozens displaced from devastating flooding across N.S.Heavy rains have resulted in hazardous driving conditions as vehicles have been abandoned on flooded highways and roads throughout the Halifax area and across Nova Scotia.WeatherJul 22, 2023
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