NBFlood2018
Feds give N.B. government $39 million to help with flood recovery
The province said in June that about 12,000 properties were affected by flooding between late April and mid-May. Continue reading
Extent of damage becoming clear in Maugerville as flood waters recede
By Ross Lord Global National Atlantic Correspondent
Flood waters have receded in Maugerville, N.B., but evidence of the worst flooding in the province’s history is everywhere. Piles of waterlogged household belongings litter driveways and makeshift garbage dumps. Homeowner Claude Basque typifies an emotional aftermath. “That’s where I’m cutting all the walls, up that high. Everything has to come out,” says Basque, standing… Continue reading
About 10,000 homes were in N.B. flood areas, but damage still unclear: minister
The province has estimated there are also about 2,000 recreational properties that have suffered damage. Continue reading
N.B. government urging residents of flooded-out homes to report damage
So far, about 1,800 New Brunswickers have registered for disaster financial assistance. Continue reading
Water levels in most N.B. communities expected to drop below flood stage
Water levels are starting to drop in flood-stricken New Brunswick, signalling the beginning of the end of the catastrophic natural disaster. Continue reading
Aerial photos from NASA show impact of flooding in New Brunswick
Ever want to know what the New Brunswick flooding looks like from space? Thanks to NASA, now you can. Continue reading
Agitated driver speeds past flood barricade, pulls worker with vehicle: N.B. RCMP
While fleeing, police say the man pulled one of the people who was manning the barricade for a short distance. Continue reading
‘What can I do, but pray for you?’: N.B. woman pens heartfelt ode to flood victims
Quigley is overwhelmed by the outpouring of positive comments, but says if the song helps somebody feel better for just a few minutes, it’s worth it. Continue reading
Volunteers ponying up shelter for livestock uprooted by N.B. floods
As of Friday, the Canadian Red Cross says more than 300 households in New Brunswick have registered to say they have evacuated from their homes. Continue reading
Saint John dog training business collecting donations to help pets displaced by floods
Wells says pet supplies, including dog food, blankets and dishes, can be dropped off anytime between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. at 10 Time Street, just off Rothesay Avenue. Continue reading