River Watch

Visit this page for updated information and resources when spring freshet flooding or risk of flooding is reported for Grand Bay-Westfield.

NEWS AND PUBLIC NOTICES

May 4, 2023: River Watch 2023 ends. Visit HERE for the news release from the Government of New Brunswick.

April 21, 2023: Water levels are expected to decrease during the weekend in Fredericton and Maugerville, but will remain high in other southern communities in the coming days. Visit HERE for the news release from the Government of New Brunswick.

April 20, 2023 – River Watch: Water levels continue to rise in Grand Bay-Westfield. For details, visit HERE.

April 18, 2023 – Water levels expected to surpass flood stage in Fredericton, Jemseg and Gagetown. People living along the lower Saint John River are advised to remain on alert over the coming days. Visit HERE for the news release from the Government of New Brunswick.

April 13, 2023 – Residents along Saint John River should be vigilant: Visit HERE for the news release from the Government of New Brunswick.

March 14, 2023 – River Watch 2023 begins: Visit HERE for the news release from the Government of New Brunswick.

HAVE YOU EXPERIENCED FLOODING IN THE PAST?

Grand Bay-Westfield residents who have experienced flooding in the past are advised to register with the Town’s Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) using the form below. Registering with the EOC will ensure residents receive the following assistance from the Town:

Further updates and information on emergency response;
Sandbags (should forecasting reach the threshold for sandbag distribution); and
Clean-up and recovery information.

RESOURCES

New Brunswick River Watch 5-Day Forecast
Spring Freshet Emergency Response Policy 2022
Flood Preparedness Information Package

CONTACT INFORMATION

Grand Bay-Westfield Emergency Operations Centre (EOC)
(506) 343-0974 – For Grand Bay-Westfield residents only. This line is activated as of April 20, 2023.
or by email at emo@towngbw.ca
Town Office
(506) 738-6400 Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (excluding holidays)
Located at 609 River Valley Drive

Canadian Red Cross: 1-800-863-9597
NB Power: 1-800-663-6272
Reporting damage (residents impacted by flooding): 1-888-298-8555

STAY INFORMED

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