Archived News
Road Closures:
Please be advised that the following roads are closed. These sites are expected to be closed to traffic and access around the site will be restricted.
- CAMERON SETTLEMENT to GUYSBOROUGH-PICTOU COUNTY LINE- Please be advised Route 348 from Smithfield to Sunny Brae will be closed due to downed trees.
For more up to date information please visit:
https://511.novascotia.ca/en/map.html#x=-7016257&y=5675744&z=1&lb=1&rb=1&l=48
Sherbrooke Public Library Closure
Sherbrooke Public Library is closing early at 1pm today, September 23.
Hurricane Fiona Update
Hurricane Fiona set to make landfall as a powerful and dangerous post-tropical storm in eastern Nova Scotia early Saturday. Some storm impacts will develop well in advance of landfall. Severe wind, rain and storm surge impacts expected especially across eastern and central Nova Scotia. It is expected that residents may be without power or water and should be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Gather your emergency essentials. Make sure you have a flashlight, batteries, ready-to-eat food and lots of fresh water and an emergency kit.
2. Charge your phone so you can stay connected.
3. Report any power outages online at http://outagemap.nspower.ca and watch the outage map for the most up to date information and estimated restoration times.
4. For more information on emergency preparedness please visit https://novascotia.ca/alerts/
5. For information on Community Comfort Centres in your area please visit https://saint-marys.ca/protective-services.html
Library Closure
Sherbrooke Public Library will be closed Saturday, September 24 due to impending weather conditions.