3:50 PM ADT Thursday 11 July 2024 Heat Warning in effect for: Halifax County - east of Porters Lake Very warm and humid conditions will continue. Time span: likely continuing through Wednesday. Locations: Mainland Nova Scotia (except Digby, Yarmouth, and Shelburne Counties). Maximum daytime temperatures : near 28 to 32 degrees Celsius (Humidex 36 to 39). Minimum overnight temperatures: near 18 to 20 degrees Celsius. Remarks: A period of very warm and humid weather will once again settle over the province on Friday. Currently, warning conditions are not expected for the southwestern corner of the province or Cape Breton, however these conditions may begin to be met in those areas on Sunday. At this time, temperatures and humidex values are expected to peak on Monday afternoon. Conditions will improve across the province on Wednesday night. Extreme heat can affect everyone?s health. Watch for the effects of heat illness: swelling, rash, cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and the worsening of some health conditions. Limit direct sun exposure. Shade yourself by wearing a wide-brimmed, breathable hat and/or an umbrella. Watch for early signs of heat illness (feeling unwell, fatigue, thirst, headache) as these can rapidly evolve into life-threatening emergencies. Move to a cooler environment immediately, such as a shaded or air-conditioned space. Heat warnings are issued when very high temperature or humidity conditions are expected to pose an elevated risk of heat illnesses, such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion. Information is provided on the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness website at novascotia.ca/heat-related-illness/ . 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 . Issued by Environment Canada and the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness Watches 7:03 PM ADT Thursday 11 July 2024 Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for: Halifax County - east of Porters Lake Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing heavy rain. Potential rainfall rates: 25 to 35 mm per hour, possibly higher. Locations: central Nova Scotia. Time span: continuing until late this evening. Remarks: Showers and thunderstorms have developed over central Nova Scotia. Localized torrential downpours are possible with these thunderstorms. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors! Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when atmospheric conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms that could produce one or more of the following: large hail, damaging winds, torrential 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 tweet reports using #NSStorm .
