Hurricane Lee Strikes Nova Scotia, Canada, Prompting Emergency Declarations

On Saturday, Hurricane Lee made landfall in Nova Scotia, Canada, after previously posing a threat to the northeastern United States. The U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) has been closely monitoring the storm’s trajectory.

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Hurricane Lee’s Path

Hurricane Lee had been tracking over the Atlantic Ocean and was forecasted to reach land on Saturday. While it was expected to weaken to a post-tropical cyclone in the New England states, it had the potential to intensify back into a hurricane as it approached the coastal provinces of Canada.

Impact on Nova Scotia

The NHC reported that “Post-tropical cyclone Lee hit Nova Scotia around 16:00 (23:00 Moscow time),” highlighting its arrival in the region. Lee was characterized by wind speeds of 35 kilometers per hour and gusts reaching 110 kilometers per hour, leading to concerns about strong winds, heavy rain, and coastal flooding.

Emergency Declarations

In response to the hurricane threat, U.S. President Joe Biden officially declared a state of emergency in Massachusetts from September 15 to 17. This declaration ensures federal assistance for dealing with the impacts of Hurricane Lee.

Understanding Hurricane Categories

Hurricanes are classified based on their wind speeds, with a tropical storm characterized by wind speeds of at least 62 kilometers per hour. The Saffir-Simpson scale categorizes hurricanes into five levels, with Category 1 featuring wind speeds exceeding 120 kilometers per hour. Higher categories indicate more severe storms, with Category 5 representing the most dangerous hurricanes with wind speeds exceeding 250 kilometers per hour.

As Hurricane Lee continues to affect the region, residents and authorities are taking necessary precautions to mitigate its impact and ensure the safety of those in its path.

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