New Glasgow Regional Police are warning motorists to drive with care and plan ahead if travelling as the latest winter storm slams into Pictou County.
Blowing snow on highways is reducing visibility and road conditions are icy across both Pictou County and elsewhere in Nova Scotia.
“Ice and snow, take it slow,” said Const. Ken MacDonald.
For those trying to reach places like Stanfield Airport, hospitals, or businesses, Macdonald advised them to call ahead to check that flights are still running and stores are still open.
A number of businesses, schools and health services are either closed or offering reduced service owing to weather disruption.
“The key today is to plan ahead,” said MacDonald.
Canada Post has also warned mail delivery will be interrupted owing to severe weather in the New Glasgow region.
Delivery will resume once conditions improve and it is safe to do so, says Canada Post.
An overnight winter street parking ban will be enforced overnight so Public Works crews can properly clear roads and sidewalks in New Glasgow and other towns.
Vehicles must be off the streets from 1:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. Police say that under section 139 of the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act, tickets can be issued and vehicles can be towed any time, day or night, if they are parked in a way that interferes with snow clearing.
