Natural hazards vary by location and can change over time. The following provides a summary of potential impacts to this area, Postal Code B2Y 2B2, over the next 30 years.
Flood - Lower Risk - Under 10% of buildings in this area have flood risk over the next 30 years.
Fire - Lower Risk - About 8 days in 2050 will have significant risk for fire spread, compared to 4 around 1990. About 34% of buildings in this area have significant chance of wildfire.
Heat - Lower Risk - Around 1990, about 7 days per year reached above 27°C in this area. In 2050, about 29 days per year are projected to reach above 27°C.
Precipitation - Higher Risk - Around 1990, total annual rainfall was about 1417mm, and about 34% of rain fell in downpours with over 32mm in 2 days in this area. The projection for 2050 is about 1514mm of rain per year, with about 40% during these downpours.
Drought - Lower Risk - This location will likely have fewer dry months around 2050 than around 1990. The typical drought conditions will be less extreme around 2050.
Climate risk data is provided for informational purposes only. REMAX does not endorse nor guarantee this information. REMAX and its agents are not providing advice regarding climate risks. Consumers should independently investigate any property's climate risks as they deem appropriate.
Gaston is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this neighbourhood. Although the ambience is not the liveliest in this part of Halifax with the bars in nearby neighbourhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located a short distance away. Gaston is very quiet, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. Most locations within the neighbourhood have fairly good access to green spaces, including Baker Drive Community Park, since there are approximately 20 of them nearby for residents to visit.
Learn more about GastonExcellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems
At least one daycare within a very short drive
Large amount of park space nearby
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Variety of shops within a short drive
Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems
At least one daycare within a very short drive
Large amount of park space nearby
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Variety of shops within a short drive