Thousands Left in the Dark as Nova Scotia Braces for High Winds and Rain
Thousands of Nova Scotians are left without power after high winds and rain sweep through the province leaving destruction in its wake – both financially and emotionally – as local businesses struggle with losses due to lack of electricity supply
Dec. 24, 2022 3:45AM
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As Nova Scotia braces itself for yet another bout of high winds and rain, thousands of residents have been left without power. The storm is expected to bring with it strong winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding throughout the province. The provincial government has warned that many areas could be without power for days or even weeks due to the intensity of the storm. The Department of Energy and Mines has reported that over 4,000 customers were affected by outages as of Monday evening. This number is expected to rise as the storm continues to move through the region. Residents have expressed their frustration at having to deal with yet another round of power outages in such a short period of time. Many are concerned about how they will cope without electricity for an extended period, especially during a pandemic when most people are already struggling financially. Local businesses have also been hit hard by this latest round of outages. With most businesses relying on electricity to run their operations, many are facing financial losses due to being unable to open or operate at full capacity while they wait for power to be restored. The government has urged residents to take extra precautions during this time and stay informed about any updates regarding outages in their area. They have also encouraged people not to attempt any repairs themselves but instead contact their local utility company if they experience any issues with their electricity supply. Despite these warnings, some residents are still taking matters into their own hands in an effort to restore power as quickly as possible - though this can be dangerous and should only be done under professional supervision from a qualified electrician or technician.