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Yellow Warning - Rainfall
Issued: 6:40 PM Aug. 22, 2026 – Environment and Climate Change Canada
A prolonged period of heavy rain is expected. Locations: central and northern Nova Scotia. Total rainfall: 50 to 75 mm, with locally higher amounts possible. Time span: early Sunday morning through Monday afternoon. Similar storms in the past have caused: - the overflowing of creeks and rivers - flooding of basements, especially in areas with poor drainage - road shoulder erosion and washouts Remarks: A slow-moving weather system will support a prolonged period of rainfall. Bands of rain will track repeatedly over some areas, leading to higher totals. Rainfall rates of 15 to 25 mm per hour are possible. Thunderstorms may develop over some areas, producing locally heavier rainfall. Localized flooding is likely in some areas and roads may become impassable. ### Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Rainfall warnings are issued when significant impacts are expected due to rainfall amounts. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NSstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on social media using #NSStorm.
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