Nova Scotia, a region known for its stunning landscapes and coastal beauty, recently faced a devastating weather-related disaster as intense thunderstorms triggered flash flooding. With a record-breaking 10 inches of rainfall, the flash floods proved to be a challenging test for both the residents and authorities in the affected areas.
Missing Persons and Evacuations
The aftermath of the flash floods left four people, including two children, missing in West Hants, located about 50 miles northwest of Halifax. As floodwaters inundated roadways and vehicles, rescue efforts were launched to find those unaccounted for. Two children, aged 2 and 12, were traveling in a vehicle submerged in floodwaters, while three other occupants in the car could escape.
In another incident, two individuals were reported missing after their vehicle was also submerged. Search and rescue teams worked tirelessly to pump water out of the area, but the conditions remained perilous, hindering progress.
The central region of Nova Scotia, including cities like Halifax, Bridgewater, Windsor, and Lunenburg, experienced the worst flooding. The area witnessed extraordinary precipitation, with over two months of rainfall falling in just one weekend.