The Metropolis of Montreal mentioned it closed the Île Mercier bridge to automobile site visitors as of seven p.m. Monday as a result of spring flooding dangers.
Officers say the bridge, positioned within the L’Île-Bizard–Sainte-Geneviève borough, will stay open to pedestrians however will probably be closed to automobiles till additional discover as a result of excessive water ranges on the Rivière des Prairies.
Residents are being requested to keep away from the world and observe signal directions.
Authorities additionally mentioned that Chemin de l’Anse-à-l’Orme, between Chemin de Senneville and Timberlea Path, has been closed since 5 p.m. Sunday.
Town says its spring flooding response plan stays activated with groups mobilized to make sure public security.
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Officers say assets are in place and mitigation and safety measures have been deployed to handle the scenario.
Emergency response groups stay energetic on the bottom.
Folks dwelling in flood-prone areas are being urged to consult Montreal.ca or their native borough or municipality web sites for particular data, and to subscribe to the city’s alert system to obtain updates by electronic mail or textual content message.
Officers say sandbag distribution is managed domestically by boroughs and associated municipalities, and residents ought to contact their native administration to acquire provides. Extra data can be out there by calling 311.
Town’s emergency coordination centre has published an online map showing road conditions to assist residents get round, and is advising the general public to keep away from areas affected by closures for security causes.
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