L’Île-du-Grand-Calumet monitoring flood waters, one residence evacuated

L’Île-du-Grand-Calumet monitoring flood waters, one residence evacuated

The increased levels of the Ottawa River are under close surveillance in L’Île-du-Grand-Calumet. Mayor Jean-Louis Corriveau expressed concern about the increase in the level of the river in the last few hours. “We monitor very closely and our employees inspect the roads regularly,” Corriveau said.

So far one residence has been evacuated. Chemin des Outaouais, at the end of the island, is currently flooded. “We are monitoring the situation. There are cottages that are also close to being affected and we will have sandbags available if needed, but we still hope to avoid the worst in certain sectors,” Corriveau said.