Warning for Canada over post-tropical storm Teddy

Originally expected to arrive as a hurricane, Teddy is now projected to transition into a post-tropical storm by the time it hits Canada – but it will still lead to strong gusts of wind and heavy rain, experts warn.

As of Monday, the storm remained a Category 2 hurricane, but CBC News reported that it will weaken into a post-tropical storm as it travels over Atlantic Canada waters. Although it is expected to make landfall in eastern Nova Scotia on Wednesday morning, the Atlantic region will start experiencing rain and wind as early as Tuesday.

Storm warnings have been issued in several Maritime provinces:

• The Atlantic Coast of Nova Scotia has been issued a tropical storm watch.
• All of NS and PEI is under a tropical cycle information statement.
• A wind warning is in effect for the Atlantic Coast of NS and western Cape Breton.
• The Atlantic Coast of NS is under a storm surge warning; waves from seven to nine metres tall, as well as elevated water levels are anticipated from Tuesday to Wednesday.
• A special weather statement is in effect for PEI; waves between three and five metres, as well as elevated water levels are expected Tuesday afternoon and evening.
• NS is also under a special weather statement, with potential heavy rain, strong winds, and a storm surge forecast.

Up to a hundred millimetres of rain is forecast to fall as the storm cuts through the region and heads northeast.

CBC News meteorologist Jay Scotland offered a reminder that the projected track, intensity, and timing of the storm is still subject to change; he also advised the public to continue following updates from their local officials.

Read more: IBC urges Atlantic Canada to prepare for Hurricane Teddy

The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) issued an advisory earlier this week reminding Atlantic Canadians to prepare for Teddy’s arrival. IBC recommended a number of safety tips to mitigate damage.