‘Walking in a winter wonderland’; Nova Scotia gets hit with first heavy snowfall of the season

CITYnews halifax / By Rachel Morgan

Those in Nova Scotia dreaming of a white Christmas woke up to a pleasant surprise this morning.

Snow began falling around Halifax International airport around 10 p.m. Friday, picking up volume throughout the night.

Much of the province is under a winter weather warning, issued by Environment Canada yesterday. The heaviest snowfalls can be expected throughout the Valley and northern Nova Scotia with up to 30 cm falling. A snowfall warning for Halifax says the municipality can expect an additional 5 cm.

“Gusty northeast, and then northwest, winds accompanying the snow will cause reduced visibility at times in blowing snow,” the advisory states. “Rapidly accumulating snow could make travel difficult over some locations.”

Those getting a head start on holiday travel are encouraged to check driving conditions and any delays prior to departure.

Ferries between Nova Scotia and Newfoundland have been cancelled for today with potential weather impacts stated for Sunday. Ferries between Nova Scotia and P.E.I. have also been cancelled.

Residents are advised of street parking bans during snow events to allow for plows to get through.

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