Fall welcomes Nova Scotia with “mini-hurricane,” thousands without power

Heavy rain and strong winds have knocked out power for thousands across the Nova Scotia this morning, but the wild weather shouldn’t last all day.

A number of trees and branches are down in the city, along with some power lines.

Lacewood Dr is closed between Radcliffe & Willett due to a downed power line, as is Kane St. between Agricola St and Isleville St, police are on scene in both locations however they are asking drivers to avoid the area.

Halifax Regional Police spokesperson Pierre Bourdages said residents should report any down power lines.

“If it impedes traffic, please call 490-5020, if there is an emergency call 911,” said Bourdages.  “Also notify Nova Scotia Power if it doesn’t impede traffic.”

Downed power lines aren’t the only headache facing morning commuters, traffic lights are out at several intersections.

Bourdages said residents can expect a slower drive to work than normal and he recommends taking extra time to get there.

“If you come across a traffic light that does not work, please treat it as a 4-way stop,” he said.

News 95.7’s meteorologist Richard Zurawski said this hurricane-like weather should be on its way out in a couple hours.

“A few scattered showers will be left over, and then by 11 or 12 o’clock, we should be looking at some fairly sunny conditions,” he said. “This afternoon, just a mix of sun and cloud, and this evening, mostly clear skies.”

He said the storm has brought winds gusting upwards of 85km/h and about 50-70mm of rain.

Until the “tropical disturbance” moves out of our region, Zurawski is warning morning drivers to be safe on the roads.

“The big thing is the hydroplaning and the buffeting winds, and the fact that reduced visibility is an issue and you could have some branches on the road as well. So exercise caution.”

But, if you don’t have to get back to the grind today, Zurawski’s best advice is to just stay in bed.

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