Ice storm cuts power to more than 50,000 Nova Scotians
The storm began on the morning of Friday, February 4, and lasted more than a day.
Because of the bad weather, Nova Scotia Power crews had to work through the night to restore power. The situation was complicated by the fact that many roads Nova Scotia were icy.
Nova Scotia Power asks for caution and to stay away from damaged power lines. Meteorologists expect wind gusts of up to 40 km/h, or 11 m/s. On the northern coast the wind may be stronger: 60 km/h, or 17 m/sec. There is a risk that ice-covered trees will continue to fall and tear down wires.
Many institutions, including medical facilities, were temporarily closed. Public transportation already worked according to a "snow plan," bypassing unsafe areas, so bus traffic resumed on Saturday morning according to the schedule.
Most studies of climate change in Nova Scotia predict increased storm frequency and intensity. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change expects average sea level rise off the east coast of Canada to be one meter over the next 80-100 years. Those considering Nova Scotia as a future home should weigh the risks carefully.
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