The Nova Scotia burn ban has been lifted across the province, except for Annapolis County.
The ban will remain across Annapolis County due to the ongoing Long Lake wildfire.
Daily burn restrictions are still in place across the province, and apply to open fires like campfires.
Wildfire season typically ends October 15, and burn restrictions will continue until then.
The Long Lake wildfire in the Annapolis Valley, which has destroyed 20 homes, is now considered under control. That means the blaze is responding well to suppression efforts and is not expected to grow, though it is not yet fully extinguished. The fire that forced the evacuation of hundreds of people started on August 13th and was considered held on September 8th.
Though it’s been a mild hurricane season so far, the drought that plagued much of Atlantic Canada over the summer could make the impact of future storms worse.
Droughts can cause tree roots to weaken, leaving them more susceptible to falling or breaking during high winds.
Droughts can also cause soil to dry and harden, making it more difficult for water to penetrate the surface and leading to a risk of erosion and flash flooding.
Atlantic hurricane season lasts through the end of November.
New Glasgow Regional Police are seeking information about a theft from a boat in New Glasgow. On September 3, at about 8:15 p.m., a lone suspect broke into a boat that was docked on the north dock at the New Glasgow Marina.
Approximately $2000 in items were stolen from one of the boats, including a camera, GoPro, Air Horn and Pump, and portable shower. Police are releasing a photo to the public in hopes of gathering information that may help identify the individual or provide any additional details that could assist in the ongoing investigation.
In sports, The Toronto Blue Jays beat Tampa Bay 13-4 Sunday to claim the American League East title. With that, the Jays advance straight to the division series starting Saturday.
The Pictou County Weeks Crushers lost 4-3 in Truro to the Bearcats.
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