A forest fire is burning in Digby County.
The Department of Natural Resources and Renewables says the fire is around 8 hectares, and burning in Hassett, near Weymouth.
10 fire crews and a helicopter are on scene, a second helicopter is on route.
RCMP have a section of Highway 340 blocked off in the area, and are restricting it to local traffic only.
A spokesperson from DNRR says there are no formal evacuation orders in place from them or EMO.
They remind Nova Scotians to always check the daily burn restrictions, today burning is restricted until after 7 p.m. in most areas.
RCMP on scene near a forest fire, on Hwy 340 in #Hassett, assisting fire services with traffic control . Motorists are asked to avoid the area. Hwy 340 is closed, expect delays. pic.twitter.com/oknfLQf6Dy
— RCMP Nova Scotia (@RCMPNS) May 8, 2023