Environment Canada release:

Significant rainfall is expected.

Locations: Nova Scotia south shore from Shelburne to Halifax.

Potential rainfall: 30 to 50 mm, or more in heavy onshore showers.

Time span: Thursday evening until Friday evening.

An approaching Low pressure system is expected to bring a period of intense rainfall. Thunderstorms may develop over some areas, producing locally heavier rainfall. There is some uncertainty as to where the highest rainfall amounts will occur, but the potential exists for significant totals over some locations.

Localized flooding may occur in low-lying areas or locations with poor drainage. Creeks and smaller rivers may rise quickly and overflow their banks.

Consider adjusting travel plans to avoid the most adverse conditions.

Clear storm drains and gutters of leaves and other debris in advance of the rainfall.

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

In effect for:

Halifax Metro and Halifax County West