Canadian Coast Guard called in to help with catastrophic flooding in New Brunswick

The Canadian Coast Guard has been called to help with flood relief efforts in the province of New Brunswick.

Crews have been mobilized and are ready to assist those who have been impacted by the unprecedented flooding.

Catastrophic flooding has prompted numerous evacuation orders, as water levels are expected to exceed past years.

According to the government of New Brunswick, communities in southern regions of the province should expect water levels to reach historic highs in the coming days.

We are thinking about the residents in #NewBrunswick affected by the flooding. Our crews have been mobilized and are ready to assist those who are impacted. Thank you Marc Guitard for these impressive shots of downtown where the St. John River overflowed #SafetyFirst #NBFlood2018 pic.twitter.com/HhFpcM7pK4

— Canadian Coast Guard (@CoastGuardCAN) May 4, 2018

“Anyone who has not taken the necessary precautions should act now to prepare for flooding and heed voluntary evacuation warnings from local officials, including those in at-risk areas who have never experienced flooding in the past,” the province’s emergency measures organization said in a release.

The Weather Network is expecting that rain will not let up, as a widespread 15-30 mm of rain is possible through early Saturday. A risk of thunderstorms could bring even heavier rainfall.

Friends sending #nbflood photos from Maugerville area about 12k from the bridge and water this high pic.twitter.com/By6lUHP5SX

— TraceyL (@TheSweetLeaf) May 3, 2018

The Trans Canada Highway has also been closed between Moncton and Fredericton in both directions because of flooding and additional road closures are expected as water rises in the province.

SJPF will increase enforcement today at the barricades for public and First Responder Safety. Fine is $172.50. Please follow the Recommended Evacuation. #nbflood2018 #saintjohnflood2018 pic.twitter.com/e5Ox3qelcx

— Saint John Police (@saintjohnpolice) May 4, 2018