Flooding possible as heavy rain, high winds expected across Nova Scotia

Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for all of Nova Scotia.

The forecaster said an approaching weather system is expected to bringfrom 25-45 millimetres of rainacross the province from Saturday afternoon into Sunday.

According to the warning, mild temperatures and melting snow will cause a risk of localized flooding in low-lying areas. The risk is especially likely in areas where snow banks obstruct storm drains.

The system is also expected to bring strong southwest wind gusts of 80 km/h or higher across the province.

Environment Canada is asking the public to continue to monitor its alerts and forecasts.

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