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People in Gagetown, N.B., should prepare for potential flooding in the coming days.
Other communities in the lower St. John River area should also closely monitor water levels.
A flood watch is in effect for the village of Gagetown, near Fredericton. The community could reach warning category by Monday, which means flooding is imminent and precautionary measures should be taken immediately, according to the River Watch website.
Other nearby communities are also under advisories. The village of Jemseg, southeast of Fredericton, is expected to reach watch criteria by Monday, and could be under a warning by Wednesday.
In Fredericton, water is starting to cover portions of the downtown riverfront walking trail. But River Watch isn’t expecting it to officially reach watch criteria until Tuesday.
The New Brunswick government’s website says flood waters can be “dangerous and unpredictable” and people should stay away from them. It cautions that drivers should avoid driving through flooded roads as water can be deeper than it looks.
People should also avoid crossing bridges if water is close to or touching the ceiling of the bridge.
The River Watch website says people can prepare for a flood by keeping a record of what their home or basement looks like before any flooding occurs.
Other measures include establishing a path where residents can reach dry land from their home.
In the event of a flood, the province suggests people stay informed by checking Environment Canada, the River Watch program and New Brunswick EMO.