Generally cloudy. Slight chance of a rain shower. High 16C. Winds N at 10 to 15 km/h..
Overcast. Slight chance of a rain shower. Low 11C. Winds light and variable.
Updated: September 30, 2026 @ 6:24 am
The recent fire at the Sunbank solar farm in Summerside, which lasted more than two weeks, should be a wake-up call to those who collect their own power via solar panels on their property.
The incident shows just how important it is to be ready for any kind of incident involving the panels.
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