Thursday, April 25, 2019

Flooding

Every year, the Richelieu river rises dramatically during the
Sring run-off. If things happen suddenly - and this year they did -
it becomes a possible flood. An emergency is declared at 30 meters.

                                             source: Météo Média

                                             source: gouvernement du Québec

It is possible to register with the city to receive phone alerts on the
situation.
http://www.ville.saint-jean-sur-richelieu.qc.ca/securite-civile/crues-inondations/Pages/inondations.aspx

Going over the 'Seuil d'inondation mineur' last week, during a Southerly
wind episode.

                 
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http://www.cehq.gouv.qc.ca/suivihydro/default.asp#nouvelle

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