Piles of scrap metal caught fire at around 1 a.m. Thursday. As of 8 a.m., crews were still trying to knock the fires down. (Submitted by Ed Moyer)
Crews are battling a fire that began early Thursday morning at a metal recycling plant along the Saint John Harbour.
Three schools across the harbour have been forced to close because of the smoke, Saint John High School, Saint Malachy’s Memorial High School and St. John the Baptist/King Edward Schools all closed at 8:50 a.m. and people living near the fire were advised to stay inside.
“There’s quite a bit of smoke in the area,” said Saint John Fire platoon chief Ed Moyer.
Moyer said There have been no reports of injuries from the fire, which started at about 1 a.m. in a pile of compressed cars .
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Ahoy there, travelers and maritime enthusiasts! It’s another splendid day here in the beautiful Saint John, and we’re excited to share the latest updates on today’s cruise ship arrivals.
🛳️ Emerald Princess has graced our shores with its majestic presence! This grand vessel brings with it a staggering 3100 passengers, all eager to explore the wonders of our scenic bay. With its luxurious amenities and top-notch services, the Emerald Princess promises an unforgettable experience for everyone on board.
The Emerald Princess is known for its world-class cuisine, entertainment, and breathtaking views from its spacious decks. Whether you’re a seasoned cruiser or a first-time visitor, this ship is sure to make your stay in Emerald Bay truly remarkable.
But that’s not all, folks! We have yet another ship joining the festivities today:
🌊 Vista has sailed into our waters with 1300 passengers on board. This sleek vessel offers a more intimate and cozy atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a quieter escape while still indulging in all the delights of a cruise vacation.
Vista is renowned for its onboard activities, including spa treatments, gourmet dining, and captivating live performances. Passengers aboard Vista can look forward to experiencing the charm and allure of Saint John in a more personal setting.
Remember, whether you’re arriving on the Emerald Princess with its grandeur or the Vista with its charm, we welcome you with open arms and invite you to savor the beauty of Saint John
To all our passengers, we hope you have an amazing time exploring our city. And to our dear residents, let’s show our visitors the warmth and hospitality that Saint John is known for.
Here’s to a fantastic day of exploration, relaxation, and unforgettable memories! ⚓
Slow-moving Hurricane Lee set to bring wind, rain to Maritimes
While some uncertainty remains about the exact path Hurricane Lee will take through the region this weekend, there’s little doubt that the storm will impact the Maritimes.
The large-scale and slow-moving storm is looking likely to bring rain, gusty winds and pounding surf, as well as the potential for storm surge.
The latest guidance continues to weaken Lee as it tracks northward over the next few days into an area of increasing wind shear and cooler ocean temperatures.
The latest National Hurricane Centre track for Lee shows the storm arriving in the Maritimes on Saturday. (Ryan Snoddon/CBC)
That said, Lee is still expected to remain near Category 1 strength as it moves into the Maritimes on Saturday. The storm is then expected to transition to post-tropical as it slowly moves through the region later Saturday and into Sunday, while continuing to bring tropical storm-force winds.
That transition to a post-tropical low means that the bands of rain and strongest winds will spread out from the centre of the storm and encompass a larger area. This will bring the risk of more widespread power outages, with the trees still in full leaf.
Hurricane Lee has started making its turn north
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CBC meteorologist Ryan Snoddon says the storm is likely to make land fall in the Maritimes on Saturday.
As the storm track becomes more clear and the models come into better agreement over the next day or so, we’ll get a clearer picture as to which parts of the Maritimes will see the heaviest rainfall and which will see the strongest winds.
We’ll also get a better handle on the storm surge potential and how it might line up with high tide.
Lee will be large and slow moving storm which is looking likely to bring power outages. (Ryan Snoddon/CBC)
Downpours on Thursday
Well ahead of Lee, tropical moisture streaming up and ahead of the storm will roll through the Maritimes on Thursday.
Scattered showers, heavy downpours and the risk of thunderstorms on Thursday and Thursday night will bring another risk of localized flash flooding. It will also add even more water to an already saturated ground before Lee arrives this weekend.
The risk of heavy tropical downpours arrives on Thursday, well ahead of Lee. (Ryan Snoddon/CBC)
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