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Flash flooding damages roads in Prince George

Click to play video: 'Thunderstorm brings flash flooding to Prince George'
Thunderstorm brings flash flooding to Prince George
Flash flooding hammered parts of downtown Prince George on Tuesday after a severe thunderstorm. One of the hardest-hit areas was Winnipeg Street , which turned into a lake Tuesday afternoon before the water drained out. – Jul 6, 2022

Flash flooding hammered parts of downtown Prince George Tuesday after a severe thunderstorm hit the city.

Among the hardest-hit areas was Winnipeg Street, before the water drained out.

One driver was even forced to abandon their car due to rising water levels.

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Sections of the street are damaged and city crews are working to evaluate the infrastructure.

A number of road closures are in effect in the downtown core.

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Motorists are advised to watch for pooling and potentially damaged roadways around the city.

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86 properties damaged by flash flooding in Penticton

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