July 2022 – Waterfront Media Halifax

Powercom/Milcom Underwater Wireless Diver Units recalled due to Fire Hazard

July 31, 2022July 31, 2022Waterfront Media HFXLeave a Comment

**** Recall via Health Canada Powercom/Milcom Underwater Wireless Diver Units recalled due to Fire Hazard Issue The battery PCB board can short circuit and ignite when flooded, posing a fire hazard. As of June 29th, 2022, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada. In the Unites States, the company […]

Burn Restrictions for July 31, 2022 to August 1, 2022 8:00 am.

July 31, 2022Waterfront Media HFXLeave a Comment

**** DNR Release Burn Restrictions for July 31, 2022 to August 1, 2022 8:00 am. Burning restrictions by county also available by toll free phone line, recorded message updated daily: 1-855-564-2876(BURN) Burning Rules And Regulations In HRM ** Release Burning Rules and Regulations in HRM

(Found) UPDATE: Missing woman located safe

July 31, 2022July 31, 2022Waterfront Media HFXLeave a Comment

**** RCMP Media Release UPDATE: Missing woman located safe The woman that was reported missing from Bear River earlier today has been located safe. The RCMP would like to thank the public for their assistance and retweets on social media.

Fire Weather

July 30, 2022July 30, 2022Waterfront Media HFXLeave a Comment

**** Info via Environment Canada Fire Weather Since the beginning of July, a combination of dry weather, lightning, and unusual heat has fueled hundreds of wildland fires in northern Canada. Smoke from wildfires is causing poor air quality and reducing visibility for parts of British Columbia, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Alberta. Weather and fire On […]

When a burn ban is in place consumer fireworks are not permitted

July 30, 2022July 30, 2022Waterfront Media HFXLeave a Comment

**** Info via HRFE When a burn ban is in place consumer fireworks are not permitted. For updates on burn restrictions, visit: Fireworks by-laws and safety

Natal Day fireworks postponed

July 30, 2022July 30, 2022Waterfront Media HFXLeave a Comment

**** HRM Media Release Fireworks postponed – Due to the wet conditions we are currently experiencing and the uncertainty of the weather forecast with the potential for fog this evening and combined with a very favourable weather forecast for Sunday, July 31st the Natal Day organizers and the Halifax Regional Municipality have made the decision to […]

Calling all finch lovers! Adoptions needed!

July 30, 2022July 30, 2022Waterfront Media HFXLeave a Comment

**** Info via HRM Animal Redemption Centre Calling all finch lovers! We recently had a request to assist finding some homes for ~50 finches. These delightful little nuggets of sunshine are looking for homes of their own. Finches are very social birds so we would like to see them be adopted in pairs or small […]

“We’re touched by the outpouring of concern for the trees in the Halifax Public Gardens”

July 29, 2022September 16, 2022Waterfront Media HFXLeave a Comment

**** Info via Halifax Parks and Rec We’re touched by the outpouring of concern for the trees in the Halifax Public Gardens Municipal Parks and Urban Forestry staff are consulting with industry experts and taking appropriate measures to ensure damaged trees have the best chance for recovery. Updates will be shared as more information becomes […]

Lunenburg District RCMP investigating fatal crash / RCMP Southeast Traffic Services charge one driver and suspended another’s license

July 29, 2022July 29, 2022Waterfront Media HFXLeave a Comment

**** RCMP Media Release Lunenburg District RCMP investigating fatal crash Lunenburg District RCMP is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Lower Branch Rd. in Lower Branch. On July 29, 2022, at approximately 8:35 a.m., Lunenburg District RCMP, fire and EHS responded to a report of a single vehicle crash on Lower Branch Rd. in […]