Public Advisories & Alerts

FREDERICTON (GNB) – Water levels in rivers are increasing throughout the province from continuous snow melt, and Saint-Hilaire is forecast to reach flood stage by Tuesday, April 18.

Residents living or working in areas prone to localized flooding are reminded to be aware and take the proper precautions to safeguard their homes and possessions.

River Watch officials continue to watch ice movements in the upper Saint John River basin, which still have the potential to cause ice jams which can cause sudden increases of water levels in affected areas.

Flood level five-day forecasts are available online for the Upper Sant John River and the lower part of the Saint John River.

New Brunswickers living near regions at risk are reminded to:

• Consider moving belongings to higher ground if their property is near a waterway or is in an area that is prone to flooding.
• Report ice jams or issues related to rising water at 1-800-561-4034.
• Avoid the banks of waterways as they become dangerous this time of year.
• Avoid boating, kayaking or other water activities this time of year as currents are strong and may carry debris. As well, people should stay away from the edge of the river while walking.
• Read helpful tips, the latest forecasts and public advisories by visiting the River Watch website, or by following the Emergency Measures Organization on Twitter and Facebook.

The River Watch program is in effect to provide New Brunswickers with information on the status of rivers, potential ice jams, and other flood issues across the province over the coming weeks.

The program is a joint effort led between the Department of Environment and Local Government, the New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization of the Department of Justice and Public Safety and NB Power, supported by Environment and Climate Change Canada, watershed groups, and other federal, provincial and state agencies involved in monitoring and forecasting the water flow in the province's rivers and streams.

Updates on information related to the potential for flooding or ice jams, including 24/7 emergency updates, is available online and will be issued to the news media, local governments, partners and first responders.