Significant rainfall is expected in parts of the Maritimes later this week and into the Labour Day long weekend due to a slow-moving weather system. Nova Scotia Special weather statements have been issued in western and central Nova Scotia. Environment Canada says the wet weather is expected from Thursday night until Saturday night. “Tropical moisture will contribute to sustained, heavy downpours. Rainfall rates of 10 to 20 mm per hour may occur over some locations,” the statement reads. “Thunderstorms may develop over some areas, producing locally heavier rainfall.” New Brunswick Special weather statements are also in place for southern and northeastern New Brunswick. The rain in that province is expected from Thursday night until Friday afternoon and possibly into Saturday afternoon for some regions. “There is some uncertainty as to where the highest rainfall amounts will occur, but the potential exists for significant totals over some locations,” Environment Canada says. CTV Atlantic meteorologist Kalin Mitchell says the slow-moving nature of the system also makes it difficult to pinpoint when it will completely clear the region. There are currently no weather alerts in place for Prince Edward Island. Travel Marine Atlantic anticipates potential schedule impacts to the following sailings due to forecasted conditions on Friday: The ferry service also anticipates schedule impacts to the following Saturday sailings:
