NB EMO: Water Levels Stabilizing North, Rising South

Levels are stabilizing in Fredericton and northern regions but are expected to remain above flood level for the rest of the week.

People living in communities like Maugerville, Jemseg and Oak Point should remain on high alert.

Water levels in southern regions of the province will continue to rise in the days ahead. Levels in Fredericton and northern regions are stabilizing, but are expected to remain above flood level for the rest of the week.https://t.co/tB9OFXowqZ pic.twitter.com/YbwEkhlTpe

— Government of NB (@Gov_NB) April 23, 2019

NB EMO Director Greg MacCallum advises people to leave now if you live in an area that is subject to isolation because of flooding.

“Residents who choose to stay should be aware of the risks. They may not be able to access essentials like food, medicine and water for several days. It is best to make a decision to self-evacuate early. Evacuations are high-risk operations that are not safe after dark or in inclement conditions.”

All hands on deck. @RCAF_ARC CH146 Griffon Helicopter 409 from 403 Squadron takes to the air to survey the effects of the St. John River flooding throughout the water basin on #OpLENTUS 🇨🇦 #NBFloods pic.twitter.com/lw7NRZsZ0W

— JTFA | FOIA (@JTFA_FOIA) April 23, 2019

Motorists are being encouraged to obey posted barricades.

Drivers are also asked to obey changes to speed limits and closures.

The province warns that ignoring or moving barricades is an offence and offenders will be charged.

Roads covered by water can be dangerous as they may be hiding sinkholes and debris.