Mid-August Nor'Easter Update Five

Mid-August Nor'Easter Update Four

10:42 AM ADT Wednesday 17 August 2022

Rainfall warning in effect for:

Sydney Metro and Cape Breton County

Rain, at times heavy, continues.

Total rainfall: 40 to 60 mm, locally higher amounts possible.

Locations: eastern Cape Breton.

Time span: today and tonight.

Remarks: Periods of rain will continue today and tonight with localized downpours and embedded thunderstorms possible. The rain is expected to ease Thursday morning.

Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.

Rainfall warnings are issued when significant rainfall is expected.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NSstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #NSStorm.