Environment Canada says Atlantic Canadians could be in for a wet long weekend
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- Environment Canada issued rainfall warnings for central and eastern Nova Scotia and all of Prince Edward Island.
- Up to 120 millimetres of rain could fall in some areas by Monday, with thunderstorms and localized flooding possible.
- Special weather statements cover southeastern New Brunswick and Newfoundland’s Avalon Peninsula, where 20 to 70 millimetres of rain is expected.
Most of Atlantic Canada’s Maritimes region could face a wet Labour Day long weekend as a slow-moving tropical system enters the area.
Environment Canada issued rainfall warnings for central and eastern Nova Scotia and all of Prince Edward Island. Some areas could receive up to 120 millimetres of rain by Monday, with rainfall rates reaching 10 millimetres per hour.
Thunderstorms could bring heavier local rainfall. The agency also issued special weather statements for southeastern New Brunswick and Newfoundland’s Avalon Peninsula, where 20 to 70 millimetres of rain is expected. Water may pool on roads, and low-lying areas face a risk of localized flooding.
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