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Flooding Articles
Manitoba Doling Out Financial Assistance for 2023 Flood Damage
Manitoba is establishing a Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program for those impacted by 2023 spring flooding.
Otter Falls Campground Reopening in Whiteshell Provincial Park
The Otter Falls campground in Whiteshell Provincial Park will reopen to campers in time for the Canada Day long weekend.
Red River to Crest in Winnipeg on Friday
WINNIPEG — The Red River is expected to crest in Winnipeg on Friday, say provincial flood forecasters.
Winnipeg, Eastern Manitoba Under Overland Flood Watch
WINNIPEG — Manitoba’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre has issued an overland flood watch for Winnipeg and eastern parts of the province.
Free Sandbags Available to Winnipeg Residents
WINNIPEG — With a mild week of snow melt on the way, the City of Winnipeg is making sandbags available to local residents to protect their property.
Manitoba Forecasting Major Flood Risk on Red River This Spring
WINNIPEG — Major late-winter snowfall in the United States has increased the flood risk on the Red River in Manitoba.
Manitoba’s Spring Flood Risk Low to Moderate
WINNIPEG — Manitoba has released its 2023 flood outlook and forecasters are predicting a low to moderate risk of flooding this spring.
Manitoba to Begin Ice-Jam Mitigation on Red River
Manitoba will soon begin its annual ice-cutting program on the Red River to reduce the potential for ice jams this spring.
Manitoba Plans Crackdown After Some Drivers Ignore Warnings About Flooded Roads
WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government plans to impose stiffer penalties on motorists who ignore warning signs and drive on closed roads.
Deadline for Manitoba Flood Assistance Approaching
The deadline for Manitobans to apply for financial assistance related to last spring’s flood season is approaching.
Flooded-Out Roadways Reopen in Whiteshell Provincial Park
Roadways that have been closed for months due to flooding have fully reopened in Whiteshell Provincial Park.
