West Hants EMO

West Hants EMO Responsible for Emergency Management and Preparedness for West Hants Regional Municipality.

Extreme Heat Safety ReminderEnvironment Canada is forecasting extreme heat conditions. Everyone is encouraged to take pr...
08/06/2026

Extreme Heat Safety Reminder

Environment Canada is forecasting extreme heat conditions. Everyone is encouraged to take precautions to reduce the risk of heat-related illness:
• Drink water frequently
• Seek air-conditioned or shaded spaces
• Wear lightweight, light-coloured clothing
• Use sunscreen and take breaks when outdoors
• Avoid strenuous activity during peak heat hours (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
• Check on older adults and vulnerable neighbours
• Ensure pets have access to water and cool shelter
• Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle

https://www.redcross.ca/training-and-certification/first-aid-tips-and-resources/first-aid-tips/summer-safety/heat-stroke-heat-exhaustion

https://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/phys_agents/heat/heat_health.html

PUBLIC SAFETY REMINDERS🎆 AVON RIVER DAYS FIREWORKS FINALE 🎆Sunday, August 2 | Dusk🚤 Boaters – Safety ZoneAll boaters are...
08/02/2026

PUBLIC SAFETY REMINDERS

🎆 AVON RIVER DAYS FIREWORKS FINALE 🎆
Sunday, August 2 | Dusk

🚤 Boaters – Safety Zone
All boaters are asked to move upstream of the Falmouth Bridge (toward Windsor) before dusk. A large safety zone is required around the fireworks barge, and all boats must be clear of Lake Pesaquid before the show begins. The Windsor Fire Department will be monitoring the area to ensure everyone's safety.

🌳 Falmouth Park
From 4:00 p.m. until dusk, access to Falmouth Park will be limited while the fireworks are loaded onto the barge at the boat launch. The barge will then be towed to the centre of Lake Pesaquid, where the fireworks will be launched at dusk.

🚫 Road Safety
For your safety and the safety of others, please do not stop vehicles on the Windsor Causeway, Highway 101; the Falmouth Bridge; or any roadway to watch the fireworks. Please enjoy the show from a safe viewing area.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation. Have a safe and enjoyable Avon River Days Fireworks Finale! 🎇

Environment Canada is forecasting a significant rainfall event accompanied by thunderstorms beginning early Wednesday, J...
07/21/2026

Environment Canada is forecasting a significant rainfall event accompanied by thunderstorms beginning early Wednesday, July 22, and continuing through Thursday.
Please monitor local weather forecasts and be prepared to adjust travel and outdoor plans as conditions change.

Being prepared and staying informed can help keep you, your family, and your property safe during severe weather conditions.
Please continue to follow local weather updates and emergency notifications as the storm progresses. Stay safe.
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/policing/emergencies/preparedness/get-prepared.html

For more information: https://emergencyinfo.novascotia.ca/floods?fbclid=IwY2xjawTMpqtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpbG11bjdzUloxakVjZVdac3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHq25v_7I2MXuqHe6hz-ufDwAZ5ZvcfkBgSwRLlvqrFpqgl5AqDiGhVkCxuu9_aem_yV6Gf6IEmaxQ-De9-XGlkg

Emergencies can happen at any time!Are you prepared?If you need to leave your home, being prepared can save valuable tim...
07/17/2026

Emergencies can happen at any time!

Are you prepared?

If you need to leave your home, being prepared can save valuable time. Pack an emergency go-bag with essentials like medications, important documents, water, snacks, clothing, chargers and supplies for pets.

https://www.canada.ca/en/services/policing/emergencies/preparedness/get-prepared.html?utm_campaign=ps-sp-emergency-preparedness-26-27&utm_source=ggl&utm_medium=sem&utm_content=ad-text_en&adv=2627-933750&utm_term=emergency+general+preparedness&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23758896199&gbraid=0AAAAABhA1xAvBxzK4htRtCDpDu2_nva3G&gclid=CjwKCAjwpefSBhBvEiwAzyEtZxHPr4UC3T98kdptZwvWTm4jsB76F_5ONwpH1GiJliNjNXFavx0OmxoCvDsQAvD_BwE

Fireworks are prohibited in areas where the daily burn ban is in effect.Dry conditions can quickly turn a single spark i...
07/16/2026

Fireworks are prohibited in areas where the daily burn ban is in effect.

Dry conditions can quickly turn a single spark into a wildfire. Before lighting fireworks, check the daily BurnSafe map.

If your area is red, open burning, fireworks, and pyrotechnics are NOT PERMITTED!

Let's all do our part to protect our communities, forests, and properties. Stay safe and check the BurnSafe map before celebrating!

Additional Resources:
Provincial BurnSafe map: https://novascotia.ca/burnsafe/

Fireworks and pyrotechnics information:
https://natural-resources.canada.ca/minerals-mining/explosives-fireworks-ammunition/fireworks-pyrotechnics/permits-licences-certificates-regulations-fireworks-pyrotechnics

West Hants Regional Municipality Office and Facilities Closure for Monday, May 18.In observance of Victoria Day, the Wes...
05/15/2026

West Hants Regional Municipality Office and Facilities Closure for Monday, May 18.

In observance of Victoria Day, the West Hants Municipal Office and work sites will be closed on Monday, May 18.

Please Note:
• The West Hants Sports Complex will be closed this Monday.
• The Windsor Community Centre is open from 9 am - 5 pm.
• For Public Works weekend and after-hours water and sewer emergencies please call: 902-798-7080.
• Waste Collection for Monday is rescheduled to Saturday, May 16.
• The GFL West Hants Landfill will be open Monday, May 18th, with reduced hours of operation - 7:30 am to 1 pm.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy long weekend!

Please be advised that the Department of Emergency Management (DEM) will be conducting a test of the Alert Ready system ...
05/05/2026

Please be advised that the Department of Emergency Management (DEM) will be conducting a test of the Alert Ready system in Nova Scotia on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 1:55 p.m.
This test will be sent province-wide through television, radio, and compatible mobile devices. DEM regularly conducts these tests to ensure the public alerting system is functioning properly in advance of an actual emergency.
For more information about Alert Ready, please visit:
https://www.alertready.ca

04/27/2026

ATTENTION: Emergency Department Closure
Hants Community Hospital, Windsor
Closure start time: Monday, April 27 at 1600/4:00 pm
Closure end time: Tuesday, April 28 at 0700
Reason for Closure: Nursing shortage
Virtual Urgent Care Services is NOT available due to nursing shortage.

04/27/2026

UPDATED!
Please note the Emergency Department at Hants Community Hospital reopened at 10am April 27th, 2026.

04/27/2026

ATTENTION: Emergency Department Closure
Hants Community Hospital, Windsor
Closure start time: Monday, April 27at 0400/4:00 am
Closure end time: Monday, April 27at 1300/1:00 pm
Reason for Closure: Unscheduled Nursing Shortage
There are NO Virtual Urgent Care Services during this closure.

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