Halifax officials to give update as response crews grapple with flood damage
“These higher levels can come from a number of sources, including runoff and sewage bypass practices that are used in some areas during flooding events,” the release said.The East Dartmouth Community Centre, which opened its doors as an evacuation centre for affected residents on Friday, has since closed. The city is now encouraging people with urgent needs to phone 311.
Provincial officials said 25 bridges had been affected, with 19 damaged and six destroyed. At least 50 roads or more sustained significant damage.
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