Heavy rainfall in New Brunswick prompts flood warnings from emergency officials

FREDERICTON – New Brunswick’s Emergency Measures Organization is warning about the potential for localized flooding as the result of heavy rainfall in the province.

In a statement, officials say up to 180 mm of rain is expected in the central and southern areas of the province as the rain continues into Thursday.

They say there is a potential for flash flooding and localized flooding in several streams, tributaries and rivers, and water levels are expected to rise in the Nashwaak, Magaguadavic, Kennebecasis and Saint John River Valley watersheds.

New Brunswickers in the Saint John, Hopewell Cape and Neguac areas are advised to be on alert for high water levels along the coastline as tides will be at or near maximum levels Wednesday and Thursday.

The statement says homeowners who have experienced flooding during heavy rain storms in the past should take all necessary precautions including elevating or removing possessions from basements or other low-lying structures and clearing leaves and debris from drains.