Nova Scotia Schools Close Amid Severe Winter Weather Conditions
Recent severe winter weather in Nova Scotia has led to widespread school closures across the province. The inclement conditions began on Sunday and included heavy snowfall.
Impact of Winter Weather on Nova Scotia Schools
Winter storm warnings are still active for several regions, affecting the following counties:
- Victoria
- Inverness
- Antigonish
- Pictou
- Northern Colchester
These areas are expected to receive an additional 10 to 15 centimeters of snow today. Since the storm’s onset, total snowfall amounts have reached between 25 to 40 centimeters in several locations.
School Closures and Delays
Several education centers have announced school closures:
- Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education: All schools closed.
- Strait Regional Centre for Education: All schools closed.
- South Shore Regional Centre for Education: A two-hour delay in school start times.
- Halifax Regional Centre for Education:
- Bay View High – closed
- Eastern Shore District High – closed
- Marine Drive High – closed
- Musquodoboit Rural High – closed
All other schools in this area will start two hours later.
- Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education: Schools in West Hants, along with Horton, NKEC, and Central Kings, are closed.
- Conseil scolaire acadien provincial: Several schools closed.
The weather has created challenging conditions for students and teachers alike. Authorities are urging everyone to stay safe and monitor updates regarding school operations and weather conditions.
