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Rainfall warning in effect
Rain, at times heavy, is expected.
Total rainfall: 30 to 60 mm.
Locations: Atlantic coastal counties of Nova Scotia from Halifax through Yarmouth.
Time span: mid to late morning today until late this evening.
Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads.
Rainfall warnings are issued when significant rainfall is expected.
Special weather statement in effect
Large waves, pounding surf and elevated sea water levels are expected near high tide tonight.
Locations: from Yarmouth to Sheet Harbour.
High tide times: near midnight in Yarmouth County, late evening from South Shore to Eastern Shore.
Remarks: Storm surge and minor coastal flooding is possible along shorelines exposed to the south, especially near the high tides. Water levels will begin to subside overnight.
Shore or beach erosion and damage to coastal infrastructure is possible in vulnerable areas.
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.
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