NB 584
April 30, 2008
FREDERICTON (CNB) - The following is released by the Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Safety's Emergency Measures Organization (NB-EMO) on Wednesday, April 30:
Water levels throughout the province are on the rise, and the Department of Transportation is supporting NB-EMO in its efforts to keep the public safe. The department is closing roads as the water rises, and providing any other support it can.
Several roads are now flooded throughout the province. The most up-to-date list can be found on the DOT website at: http://www1.gnb.ca/cnb/transportation/flooding-e.asp
The department anticipates that there may be more closures throughout the day, and advises motorists to check this site regularly throughout the day.
Motorists wishing to report water over the road should call 1-800-561-4063.
Driver safety is the priority, and motorists are reminded that water levels can change very quickly. Motorists should use extreme caution whenever they encounter water on the road. They should also be on the lookout for wildlife being driven from low-lying areas due to the high water levels.
08/04/30
MEDIA CONTACT: NB-EMO, 506-453-2133.
08/04/30