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I just wanted to put a kudos out to our Kings County Firefighters along with members in neighboring counties. There’s been a plethora and I mean plethora, of fires not only today, but all across the province this week alone. Many are taking their time away from their personal life, to protect and serve our […]
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You’ve probably heard of 4-H, but did you know about the many valuable opportunities the program provides for youth across Nova Scotia, Canada, and around the globe? While being a part of the organization, there are many key takeaways, valuable lessons, and a plethora of hands-on learning that youth engage in each day while outside […]
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‼️ Effective 4PM Today – Woods are closed ‼️ All woods are closed to Nova Scotians & visitors effective 4PM today until further notice. “The risk is very very high right now.” Stated Tim Houston Effective 4PM Nova Scotians are to stay out of the woods. This includes, woods that are really not necessary for activities […]
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The Province released the findings of a comprehensive value-for-money audit of the Nova Scotia Firefighters School today, August 5. “The results are clear, and they are appalling. We are ending our relationship with the school and will set up an interim training plan for firefighters right away,” said Kim Masland, Minister of Emergency Management. “Our […]
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🌾 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 🌾 Drought conditions are more than just a lack of rain — they can worsen the risks of both wildfires and flooding in Kings County. 🔥 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤: Prolonged dry periods weaken or kill off vegetation, creating dry fuel that can ignite easily. Drought-stressed trees and plants are […]
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I know this message has already been circulated by other pages but resharing incase anyone has missed it on the restriction to fireworks. Advisory via the Nova Scotia Office of the Fire Marshal.
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⚠️‼️ From the Province ‼️⚠️ Due to hot, dry conditions, there is a ban on open fires effective immediately across the entire province. The ban was put in place today through a proclamation under the Forests Act. The fine for violating the ban is $25,000. The ban will remain in place until conditions improve. Learn […]
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Another warm day is in store, across the Annapolis Valley today! I hope everyone has a safe and wonderful Sunday. Taken from the Cambridge Road overpass moments ago. Adrian J.
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Across Nova Scotia, volunteer firefighters drop their everyday commitments, work and family time to be there when the pager goes off. In many areas, fire chiefs and deputy fire chiefs, respond directly to emergency scenes in their personal vehicles, prior to the arrival of fire apparatus. These vehicles are equipped with an emergency lighting system […]
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⚠️ Special Weather Statement from Environment & Climate Change Canada. Rain, at times heavy, is expected tomorrow morning. Locations: most of mainland Nova Scotia. Time span: late tonight until tomorrow evening. Remarks: A strong plume of moisture from the remnants of Tropical Depression Chantal will spread across mainland Nova Scotia tonight. Rain with embedded thundershowers […]
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