The fight against wildfires that have forced at least 21,000 people from their homes in Nova Scotia is expected to reach a pivotal point today.
Fire officials are worried about a resurgence in two major fires because of a phenomenon known as “crossover.”
Wildfires can become extreme events when the temperature rises above 30 C, humidity dips below 30 per cent and wind speeds top 30 kilometres per hour—and that’s exactly what is expected to happen today.
The two major fires that remain out of control—one in suburban Halifax, the other in the southwestern corner of the province—have already destroyed at least 200 homes and cottages….