Delays, cancellations pile up as snow begins to fall in the Maritimes
CTV
Delays and cancellations are piling up in the Maritimes ahead of the latest round of wintry weather.
Heavy snow is approaching the Maritimes and several weather warnings are in effect across the region.
The snow began to fall in western areas of New Brunswick and southwestern Nova Scotia around noon Thursday. It is expected to reach eastern New Brunswick and central Nova Scotia by the evening.
Southern and central New Brunswick is under a snowfall warning while special weather statements are in effect in northern New Brunswick. Snowfall amounts between 10 and 25 cm are expected across the province, ending Friday morning.
Snowfall warnings are in effect for most of Nova Scotia, except for Yarmouth and Shelburne counties, where no alerts are in place. Special weather statements are in effect in Inverness and Victoria counties, which could see up to 15 cm. The highest snow totals are forecast for mainland Nova Scotia, with a range of 20 to 30 cm.
Areas of Nova Scotia under winter storm warnings can also expect prolonged periods of near whiteout conditions Thursday night as gustier winds develop.
Prince Edward Island is also under a snowfall warning. Up to 15 cm is expected.
The heaviest snow will clear the Maritimes west-to-east between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. Friday.
