Yellow Warning - Rainfall

Heavy rain is expected. The ground has a reduced ability to absorb rainfall.

Locations: eastern Cape Breton

Total rainfall: 25 to 40 mm, with locally higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Time span: this morning until this afternoon.

Remarks: Rainfall will be variable in intensity. Thunderstorms may develop over some areas, producing locally heavier rainfall.

Due to the impacts of the previous storm, it is advised to listen to local officials regarding road and safety conditions.

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Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Some travel delays are possible.

Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts.

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 social media using #NSStorm.