Two homes for seniors and special care residents in New Brunswick had to be evacuated because of flooding in the buildings.
The Canadian Red Cross says 32 people from a special care home in Moncton were displaced Sunday evening after sprinkler systems went off, causing extensive damage to the building.
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About a dozen people were able to remain in the part of the building that escaped damage, while others were staying with family or friends.
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The Red Cross says it’s helping provide food for residents who remained at the home.
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In another incident in Edmunston, tenants of a 50-unit apartment complex for seniors were also displaced by a flood Sunday.
The Red Cross says of the 19 tenants assessed by disaster volunteers, eight have been provided with temporary lodging and food.
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