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The Department of Emergency Management is here to help Nova Scotians prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies.

10/30/2026

Last chance to apply!

The Emergency Services Provider Fund regional stream helps emergency service organizations collaborate, share resources and improve preparedness, response and recovery across their region. Applications close tomorrow, October 31.

https://www.novascotia.ca/apply-funding-buy-equipment-thats-used-directly-response-fire-or-emergency-emergency-services-provider-fund

10/29/2026

Alert Ready: Boil Water Advisory for Inverness Water System Users.

https://nsalert.alertable.ca/ #/incidents/4F774EE7-78FE-4ACC-BFB5-C8D571FBE2FA

Community of Inverness.

The Municipality of Inverness County has issued a boil water advisory for all Inverness water system users following multiple water main breaks that occurred Oct. 27, 2026.

Inverness water system users are advised to: Bring tap water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before use.Let the water cool before using it for:Drinking.Making ice.Brushing teeth.Washing dishes.Preparing food and drinks, including infant formula.Providing to pets. For more details, visit https://invernesscounty.ca/five-water-main-breaks-in-inverness-boil-water-order-issued/.

Alertable provides a smart alert system to notify Canadians. Sign up today for severe weather, floods, tornados, wildfires, and local community notifications.

10/29/2026

Everyone needs to have a household emergency kit. This kit will look after you and your family for 72 hours and help you get through an emergency.

It should be easy to locate quickly and carry, everyone should know where it is, and it should be checked twice a year to ensure nothing is expired. Go here to learn more: https://emergencyinfo.novascotia.ca/preparing-for-an-emergency

10/28/2026

Alert Ready: Boil Water Advisory for Inverness Water System Users.

https://nsalert.alertable.ca/ #/incidents/4F774EE7-78FE-4ACC-BFB5-C8D571FBE2FA

Community of Inverness.

The Municipality of Inverness County has issued a boil water advisory for all Inverness water system users following multiple water main breaks that occurred Oct. 27, 2026.

Inverness water system users are advised to:
Bring tap water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before use.
Let the water cool before using it for:
Drinking.
Making ice.
Brushing teeth.
Washing dishes.
Preparing food and drinks, including infant formula.
Providing to pets.
For more details, visit https://invernesscounty.ca/five-water-main-breaks-in-inverness-boil-water-order-issued/.

Alertable provides a smart alert system to notify Canadians. Sign up today for severe weather, floods, tornados, wildfires, and local community notifications.

10/28/2026

When emergencies happen, Nova Scotians look out for each other.

The Nova Scotia Guard is a team of people from all walks of life, united by one goal: helping communities when they need it the most.

Neighbours helping neighbours makes a difference.

Join Now: nsguard.ca

10/28/2026

🔥 Never use water on a grease fire.

Water can cause burning grease to splash and spread rapidly. If a grease fire starts:

✅ Turn off the heat if it's safe to do so
✅ Put a lid on the pan
✅ Leave it covered until completely cool

If the fire spreads, get out and call 911.

10/27/2026

Alert Ready: Boil Water Advisory for Inverness Water System Users.

https://nsalert.alertable.ca/ #/incidents/4F774EE7-78FE-4ACC-BFB5-C8D571FBE2FA

Community of Inverness.

The Municipality of Inverness County has issued a boil water advisory for all Inverness water system users following multiple water main breaks earlier today, Oct. 27, 2026.

Inverness water system users are advised to:
Bring tap water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before use. Let the water cool before using it for:
Drinking.
Making ice.
Brushing teeth.
Washing dishes.
Preparing food and drinks, including infant formula.
Providing to pets.
For more details, visit https://invernesscounty.ca/five-water-main-breaks-in-inverness-boil-water-order-issued/.

Alertable provides a smart alert system to notify Canadians. Sign up today for severe weather, floods, tornados, wildfires, and local community notifications.

10/27/2026

Household emergency kits are a key part of personal preparedness – you should always have one ready to go in your home. Need to know what to put in your kit? We’ve got you covered!

Learn more about creating your kit at: https://emergencyinfo.novascotia.ca/preparing-for-an-emergency?fbclid=IwY2xjawU_Lw9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5mSejN2XM1NA1i_1xY-L-w75lKjTmCAB7eh2VjgK81aN4mLaU-vCBipo61gw_aem_1DBsISr8cs5vue98VzURoA&brid=YWdncwFitWcrKk5fbew-Df0bIp06

10/27/2026

Halifax Grain Elevator Structure Fire | Oct. 26, 10:50 p.m.

Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency (HRFE) responded to a 911 call at approximately 7:15 p.m. following a report of visible flames at the Halifax Grain Elevator property (730 Marginal Road).

Upon arrival, crews identified an incident involving the facility's dust management system, approximately 135 feet above ground level. The origin and cause of the fire have not yet been determined and will be subject to investigation.

HRFE's immediate priorities are firefighter safety and stabilizing the incident.

At its peak, the incident required a three-alarm response. On-site resources have since been reduced as the risk has decreased.

This remains a complex incident due to the nature of the industrial infrastructure, the challenges associated with firefighting operations at significant heights and the presence of a vessel alongside the facility.

Residents are asked to avoid the area to allow emergency personnel to carry out their work safely.

Residents are encouraged to monitor https://brnw.ch/21x6GIx and follow the municipality's official social media channels for updates.

Residents can also sign up for hfxALERT, the municipality's mass notification system, to receive important emergency notifications by phone, email or text. Visit https://brnw.ch/21x6GIw to register.

10/27/2026

Address

33 Acadia Street
Dartmouth, NS
B2Y2N1

Telephone

+19024245620

Website

https://beta.novascotia.ca/government/emergency-management-office

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