Get you up to speed: Southeastern Saskatchewan recovering from intense rainfall, flooding
A spring rainstorm impacted southeastern Saskatchewan, inundating a golf course in Esterhazy and flooding basements in Churchbridge. Immediate reports confirm significant water damage in these areas.
Emergency services are assessing the damage in Esterhazy and Churchbridge after significant flooding. Officials have noted that recovery efforts are expected to take several days as the area continues to deal with the aftermath of the storm.
Local authorities have issued flood warnings and are urging residents in affected areas to prepare for potential evacuations as heavy rainfall persists. The Saskatchewan government is coordinating emergency response efforts to assess damage and assist those displaced by the flooding.
What remains unclear — The extent of damage caused by the flooding in Churchbridge has not been assessed.
Southeastern Saskatchewan begins recovery from flooding after heavy rainfall
A spring rainstorm slammed parts of southeastern Saskatchewan, leaving a golf course in Esterhazy underwater and flooding basements in Churchbridge.