Highway 2 in Fall River will be better protected against flooding after an investment of more than $3.6 million from the federal government and the Halifax Regional Municipality.
Heavy precipitation routinely causes flooding at three sites along Highway 2, from Holland Road to Howe Avenue, from Coach Avenue to #3476 Highway 2, and from Fall River Road to Miller Lane. To reduce the risk of flooding to private property, residences, and the highway corridor, this project will increase the capacity of the existing drainage system to improve its ability to accommodate increased stormwater flows during heavy rainfalls.
Making adaptation investments now will have major economy-wide benefits later. Every dollar that is invested in adapting and preparing for climate-related disasters can return as much as $13 to $15 in benefits.
