Messy mix of ice pellets, rain expected to hit eastern Nova Scotia

A messy mix of ice pellets and rain is expected to sweep parts of Nova Scotia on Friday, continuinginto Saturday for some areas.

Environment Canada has issued freezing rain and rainfall warnings for several counties in the eastern half of the province.

Antigonish County,Pictou County and Inverness County,south of Mabou, is expected to see both freezing rain and significant rainfall.

The weatheragency said between 30-80 millimetres of rain could fall, which could cause localized flooding in low-lying areas.

Rainfall warnings have also been issued forGuysborough County,Richmond County,Victoria County, Sydney Metro and Cape Breton County andHalifax County, east of Porters Lake.

Heavy rain is expected to fall overnight and continue into Saturday for parts of Cape Breton.

Freezing rain is also expected to hitMabou and the northern regions of Inverness County, which should taper off by Saturday morning.

The weather agency reminded people to adjust their driving with changing road conditions. It also said ice buildup may cause tree branches to break.