River Watch program wraps up in New Brunswick

The Saint John River in New Brunswick is pictured. (Avery MacRae/CTV News Atlantic)

The River Watch program in New Brunswick has ended for another year.

The program started on March 11 and ran during the spring freshet season.

River Watch shares information on the status of rivers and the potential for ice jams and other flood-related issues.

The province says water levels along the Saint John River basin continue to decrease and return to seasonal levels.

There were no significant flooding incidents during the season, though some areas reached flood stage last month.

“Although the freshet season is ending, New Brunswickers should continue to be prepared for other emergencies that can occur throughout the year, including drought, wildfires and hurricanes,” said Public Safety Minister Robert Gauvin in a provincial news release.

“Having an emergency plan and emergency kit in place can make a significant difference when unexpected events happen.”

River Watch is a joint effort involving government, NB Power, watershed groups and United States agencies.

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