Occurred Nov 12, 2026, 7:43:38 PM UTC

First published Nov 13, 2026, 1:43:15 AM UTC · Last updated Nov 13, 2026, 1:55:17 AM UTC

Snow, ice and extreme cold

Special weather - Halifax County - east of Porters Lake

Reported by Environment Canada Weather Alerts, Environment Canada Weather Alerts, Environment Canada Weather Alerts, Environment Canada Weather Alerts

A mix of snow and rain is forecast for parts of Nova Scotia on Friday, with snowfall possibly reaching 5 cm inland and over higher terrain. Roads and walkways could become slippery, and travel may be slow or hazardous.

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Affected location: Antigonish County

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Nov 12, 2026, 7:43 PM UTC
A weather statement forecasts a mix of snow and rain, with some inland areas possibly receiving up to 5 cm of snow from Friday morning to afternoon. Coastal areas are expected to receive mainly rain.
Environment Canada Weather Alerts
Nov 12, 2026, 7:43 PM UTC
A mix of snow and rain is forecast for parts of mainland Nova Scotia and Cape Breton, with snowfall possibly reaching 5 cm by Friday afternoon. The source says roads and walkways could become slippery and travel slow or hazardous.
Environment Canada Weather Alerts
Nov 12, 2026, 7:43 PM UTC
A mix of snow and rain is forecast for parts of Nova Scotia on Friday, with snowfall possibly reaching 5 cm inland and over higher terrain. Roads and walkways could become slippery, and travel may be slow or hazardous.
Environment Canada Weather Alerts

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