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Nova Scotia Faces New Water Quality Threat
1 Jan
Summary
- Reduced water quality is a new top climate risk for Nova Scotia.
- Six counties need greater climate adaptation by the 2050s.
- Some counties could benefit from longer tourism and growing seasons.
Nova Scotia is facing evolving climate challenges, with a recent government report highlighting reduced water quality as a primary risk by the 2050s. This new concern stems from predicted heavier rainfall and warmer temperatures, which could compromise the safety of surface water sources and encourage algae growth.
The updated assessment also flags infrastructure risks like damage to power lines from increased high winds. Inland flooding, sea-level rise, coastal flooding, agricultural pests, and wildfire potential remain significant threats. The province categorizes these risks into themes such as disaster resilience, human health, and infrastructure to guide adaptation strategies.
Furthermore, the report details how different regions within Nova Scotia will experience climate change uniquely. Counties like Cape Breton and Halifax face heightened risks due to population and infrastructure density, while Hants County anticipates more substantial climatic shifts. However, some areas, including Hants and Annapolis, may see benefits like extended growing seasons.
