Snow, wind and blowing snow are expected,

Locations: Cape Breton Island, and parts of northern mainland Nova Scotia.

Total snowfall: 5 to 10 cm.

Maximum wind gusts northwesterly 70 to 90 km/h.

Time span: this evening into Monday.

Similar storms in the past have caused: - hazardous driving conditions - scattered utility outages - road closures

Remarks: Strong winds accompanying the snow will cause reduced visibility at times in blowing snow. Travel could become difficult. If you must travel, be prepared for delays and allow extra time to reach your destination.

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Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NSstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #NSStorm.

Strong winds that may cause damage are expected or occurring.

Maximum wind gusts: northwesterly 90 km/h.

Locations: eastern Cape Breton Island

Time span: this evening until Monday morning.

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Gusty winds can damage soft shelters, tents and awnings at outdoor events.

Wind warnings are issued when there is a significant risk of damaging winds.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NSstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #NSStorm.