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St. Albert issues warning to residents as Sturgeon River floods

Sturgeon River floods in sections of St. Albert, Sunday, Aug. 18, 2019. Sarah Komadina, Global News

The City of St. Albert warned residents to be cautious around the Sturgeon River after it experienced flooding on Sunday.

The city said low-lying trail sections at bridge underpasses on the south side of the river and west of Trestle Bridge were flooded.

READ MORE: Flooding issues reported in Edmonton’s Griesbach community

The trail sections were closed.

READ MORE: Hail, heavy rain lead to flooding in Stony Plain

Heavy rain has caused flooding in other communities in and around Edmonton this summer, including Stony Plain, which experienced flooding in streets, parks and homes last month.

Substantial July rainfalls also left Edmonton roads, underpasses, businesses and homes flooded.

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