Halifax, CBRM unveil shelter plans ahead of Hurricane Fiona's arrival
The Halifax Regional Municipality and the Cape Breton Regional Municipality revealed plans to help vulnerable people ride out Fiona, a major storm headed toward the province.
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The Halifax Regional Municipality and the Cape Breton Regional Municipality revealed plans to help vulnerable people ride out Fiona, a major storm headed toward the province.
Severe weather evacuation centres and emergency shelters open Friday afternoon.
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