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If you’re on Nova Scotia’s Southern or Eastern shore in the coming days, be prepared for a period of intense waves and rip currents as a result of Hurricane Gert.

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Nova Scotia. They say while the storm won’t have a direct effect on the province a swell will make its way to the Atlantic Coast of Nova Scotia on Wednesday and Thursday.

“The swell will produce waves breaking to 2 to 3 metres along parts of the coast, and rip currents are likely,” the statement reads.

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The swells are expected to start in the tri-county area around noon on Wednesday before spreading east to Cape Breton in the afternoon.

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The strongest effects of the storm are expected to follow the same pattern and hitting the area later that afternoon.

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The waves will diminish throughout Thursday and into Friday.

Environment Canada recommends that Nova Scotians exercise caution, especially if you’re a swimmer on the beach.

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