Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston says damage left behind from post-tropical storm Fiona is extensive, calling it "heartbreaking," during a live news conference Sunday.
"The predictions for a massive storm, historic storm, we certainly have seen that," said Houston during the presser. "Fiona left a mark on the province.”
Houston said cleanup efforts will take time, and asks residents for their patience.
"Getting power back is the number one priority right now," he said.
The premier toured Cape Breton Island Sunday morning assessing the damage.
"Just driving around and seeing the damages, it's really difficult to see actually," said Houston.
Also on the tour was John Lohr, the minister responsible for the provincial Emergency Management Office (EMO), Deputy Premier Allan MacMaster, Minister of Public Works Kim Masland, and Brian Comer, the minister of Addictions and Mental Health.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
