New Brunswick facing ‘significant flooding’ risk over Easter weekend: forecasters
The New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization says the gradual snow melt in the northwest is expected to accelerate rapidly in the days ahead. Continue reading
New Brunswick Flooding
As Nashwaak River reaches flood stage, New Brunswick EMO reminds people to be prepared
The New Brunswick EMO is keeping a close eye on watersheds across the entire province on Tuesday, monitoring for signs of rising water and flooding. Continue reading
New Brunswick launches 2019 River Watch program
By Morganne Campbell Digital Broadcast Journalist
Each morning River Watch officials receive a weather briefing and collect data from several sources to build river models and forecasts. The public is then informed if there are potential threats. Continue reading
Residents in Jemseg, N.B., hold workshop to discuss flood preparations
By Callum Smith Video Journalist
Non-profit group Voices for Sustainable Environments and Communities held a day-long workshop to assist local residents in preparing for future flooding events. Continue reading
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New UNB study to look at the impact of historic 2018 flooding
The effects of the New Brunswick flooding have been far-reaching. Now, one researcher wants to hear the stories of those who were hit the hardest. Continue reading
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Saint John asking for federal funding to help mitigate climate change impact
A proposal submitted to the Disaster Mitigation Adaptation Fund is asking for $11.9 million in federal funding. Continue reading
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New Brunswick flooding has Red Cross looking for more volunteers
By Callum Smith Video Journalist
Red Cross volunteers assisted 64 people following last week’s stormy weather that causing flooding across the province. Continue reading
Most evacuees return home to Sussex, N.B., as clean-up continues across province
The Red Cross is still feeding and housing 13 people forced out of eight different homes or apartments in Sussex after torrential rains caused flash flooding Continue reading
Water levels drop below flood stage throughout New Brunswick
Geoffery Downey, a spokesperson for the New Brunswick Department of Public Safety, says that the Nashwaak River has dropped to around 19.4 metres on Monday. Continue reading
N.B. EMO warns of potential flooding in Fredericton area
The Emergency Measures Organization says rain and freezing rain is expected to cause the river to reach 21.2 metres on Sunday. The flood stage is 21 metres. Continue reading