A tragic story is emerging out of Wolfville, N.S., after the body of a young person was recovered after flash flooding and heavy rain.
RCMP say the call came in at 7:40 p.m. on Thursday after a youth was pulled into a water-filled ditch at a park and disappeared under rushing water.
The youth and friends had been playing at the park when flash flooding occurred.
Dozens of first responders were involved in the efforts during challenging conditions.
As a part of the search efforts, the water drainage system in the area was diverted and the youth’s remains were located at approximately 11:30 p.m.
More than 100 millimetres of rain fell in parts of the Annapolis Valley and surrounding communities as the tail end of Hurricane Beryl moved through Nova Scotia.
Out of respect for the youth’s family, the Nova Scotia RCMP will not release the youth’s name or any other personal information.
In a statement, Premier Tim Houston says it is a devastating day for our province and he is heartbroken over the news.
“On behalf of all Nova Scotians, I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends who are processing a devastating loss. I hope they find some comfort in knowing that they are not alone in their mourning.”
“I also want to commend the efforts of the first responders who acted heroically to protect and safeguard their fellow Nova Scotians last night, and every time they are called upon.”
The flooding and tragedy comes nearly a year after four people died, including two children last July in West Hants under similar weather conditions.
