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• Metro Vancouver moving straight to Stage 2 water restrictions on May 1

  Officials say it is unprecedented this early in the year to move to Stage 2, but with a dry forecast and a low snowpack, it is necessary.

  Weather

  Apr 24
• Town of Peace River, Alta. cancels evacuation alert as flood threat recedes

  The Town of Peace River has cancelled an evacuation alert after the threat of flooding eased overnight, but residents are being advised to be prepared for changing conditions.

  Canada

  Apr 24
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• Most flood preparations complete in First Nation as it braces for rising water

  Sandbagging efforts are complete in Peguis First Nation and residents are playing a waiting game to see if the nearby Fisher River causes extensive flooding.

  Weather

  Apr 23
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• Residents of Peace River warned of possible flooding, to be ready to evacuate

  The town of Peace River, Alta. has issued an evacuation alert because of possible flooding, with residents of the downtown area being told to be ready to leave on short notice.

  Health

  Apr 23
• Spring snowstorm drops 10 cm of snow on Cranbrook, knocks out power

  The heavy snow also brought down a tree, which hit some BC Hydro wires, briefly knocking out power for about 3,000 homes and businesses.

  Weather

  Apr 23
• Montreal community ramps up flood defences as rising river levels spark concern

  Montreal city officials say protective measures are being installed in parts of the West Island and Montreal’s north end, with crews continuing to monitor conditions closely.

  Weather

  Apr 22
• Up to 50 cm of snow forecast for parts of Saskatchewan, Manitoba

  Significant amounts of snow and rain will hit the Prairies over the coming days, prompting Environment Canada to issue a series of alerts.

  Weather

  Apr 22
• Sudbury, Ont. declares state of emergency, braces for more flooding

  Conservation Sudbury updated its warning Monday, saying flooding was already occurring in several low-lying areas and residents in those areas should remain on alert, it said.

  Environment

  Apr 21
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• Parts of New Brunswick’s Saint John River at or near flood level

  Parts of the Riverfront Trail in downtown Fredericton were closed Tuesday, but longtime residents say water levels aren't a concern yet. 

  Weather

  Apr 21
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• River Watch: Flooding expected in some N.B. communities, residents warned to be prepared

  Officials say residents in these communities should be taking measures to protect their property, and have a plan to evacuate and be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours.

  Weather

  Apr 20