The Manitoba government is expanding its flood recovery assistance to include several additional communities, including Dauphin. On Monday, the province announced it is extending eligibility for the one-time Manitoba Flood Recovery Program (MFRP) to include communities that were ravaged by heavy rainfall in June. The communities include the City of Dauphin, the RM of Dauphin; Mossey River Municipality; Municipality of Ethelbert; Grandview Municipality; Municipality of Gilbert Plains; RM of Lakeshore; Municipality of Ste. Rose; Rossburn Municipality; Municipality of Russell-Binscarth; RM of Rising Mountain West; Prairie View Municipality; and Municipality of Boissevain-Morton. “Large areas experienced multiple heavy rainfall events throughout June, resulting in significant flooding, causing extensive damage to homes, farms, businesses and public buildings,” said Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor in a news release. “This expansion ensures that communities are provided with the essential support they need to recover and build mitigation strategies for the future.” The MFRP was created to help homeowners and tenants who may not qualify for disaster financial assistance if flood insurance was available for their property. More information on eligibility is available online. Brandon flood update In a social media post, the City of Brandon said crews are set to begin removing super sandbags along 1st Street on Monday as river levels continue to decline. The city adds that this will take some time and asks that residents give space for crews to work safely. Drivers should also expect delays in the area.
