The Department of Municipal Affairs and Environment is monitoring water levels in the Humber River affecting the communities of Deer Lake, Pasadena and Steady Brook.

The Honourable Derrick Bragg, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Environment, has been in contact with mayors in the region to discuss the situation. The department’s Water Resources Management Division and Emergency Services Division are asking residents of those areas to exercise caution during this time. Staff are on site in the communities and in constant contact with town officials to share information and they are closely monitoring snow melt in higher elevations.

The Water Resources Management Division is also monitoring water levels and flows on a 24/7 real-time basis as well as satellite weather and snow maps of the area, and will provide updates as needed. Residents are advised to contact their municipality with any questions they may have.

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Lynn Robinson
Municipal Affairs and Environment
709-691-9466
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