Residents asked to prepare for heavy rainfall

With a Special Weather Statement in effect from Environment Canada, with the potential for significant rainfall tonight into Thursday afternoon, the Saint John EMO is warning residents to be prepared.

A weather system with remnants of Hurricane Beryl is expected to move into New Brunswick later this evening. High rainfall rates and accumulations are possible. Similar events in the past have brought heavy downpours and pooling of water, as well as localized flooding in low-lying areas.

Please be aware and be cautious when walking or driving. The City will continue to monitor updated forecasts as the weather event approaches.

The City’s Public Works and Transportation crews are preparing trucks with road barricades and signage and will continue to clear major catch basins and drainage gutters across the City. The SJ-EMO will monitor the weather and respond if necessary.

What you can do to help:

• If able, clear catch basins and gutters from any obstructions near homes.
• Reduce driving speeds, keep headlights on, observe all posted signage and barricades and avoid driving through any areas that are covered in water.

To report flooding, contact the City’s Customer Service Centre at 658-4455.

For emergencies, call 911.

For updates, visit www.saintjohn.ca, follow us on X or Facebook and local media.

Here to help – For inquiries related to municipal services, contact the City of Saint John Customer Service Centre at (506) 658-4455, email service@saintjohn.ca or visit us in person on the Ground Floor of City Hall, 15 Market Square, Monday to Thursday (excluding holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.