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Power Outage As of midnight Nova Scotia Power is reporting just over 96000 customers are without power just i...

Staffing and food costs at both locations will be funded by the province. Street Outreach Navigators and outreach workers have been visiting encampment sites to advise people on the sheltering options are available. Another emergency shelter will be opened in Sackville, located at the St. The hours vary depending on the type of impact on the community/communities. The Halifax Public Gardens will be closed over the weekend. Residents can self-evacuate to these centres anytime during the storm however, they are advised to travel only when it is safe to do so. Staff will be assessing field conditions as soon as it is safe to do so and determine if further closures are required. The McKay Bridge will be closed to traffic after 9pm tonight. If there is a downed tree on a street, park or in the right-of-way, residents are asked to call 311. The largest threat to homes and property is flying debris. High storm surges are expected, and all residents should stay away from all areas of the coast or any low-lying areas. As of midnight Nova Scotia Power is reporting just over 150,000 customers are without power just in the Halifax area.