Levels along the Humber River and the lake were high last week, prompting a flood watch.
With a lower than forecasted amount of rain over the weekend and the opening of gates at the Grand Lake Reservoir, water levels are moving down Deer Lake at a good speed. Levels along the Humber River and the lake were high last week, prompting a flood watch. Then, on Friday Deer Lake Power opened two gates due to high water levels and opened two more gates yesterday. Mayor Dean Ball says the town is in a good position at the moment, and the water from the reservoir and snow melt from the Upper Humber is moving almost as fast as it is going into the lake. He says many agencies like Deer Lake Power, government, search and rescue, the fire department, public works, as well as residents, were ready for the worst. Ball says it was important to prepare people and he can’t remember the last time four gates were opened. Officials will be keeping a close eye on water levels in Deer Lake this week.
No buildings or equipment damaged during an overnight fire at Wildcove and a water bomber is on the scene
Fire ban in effect in Corner Brook until further notice
RNC handing out tickets and adding enforcement in a construction zone near Steady Brook
“March for Atlantic Salmon” at the Majestic Lawn in Corner Brook on Sunday
Crews continue to work on hot spots after an overnight fire at Wildcove and air quality advisories have been issued
