In downtown Saint-Jérôme, the Rivière du Nord was unleashed on Thursday. The strong currents of water hit the Viau bridge head-on, which was closed to traffic.
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Several arteries have also been closed due to the increasing flood waters.
The website of the Ministry of Public Security reported a flow of 375 meters2/second and the trend is upward.
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Rain is forecast and the amount of precipitation will have a direct influence on the situation in this sector of the Laurentians.
The mayor of Saint-Jérôme, Marc Bourcier, informed that the authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
“Our river is not in a good mood, he mentioned to make image. It reminds us that it exists now and that nothing can be done against nature.”
Some waterfront residences were flooded in Saint-Jérôme, but also in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, Saint-Sauveur, as well as in Mirabel.
Floods in Saint-Adèle
In Sainte-Adèle, on Deschambault Street was submerged and the water flow was very strong.
Citizens interviewed by TVA Nouvelles said they had never seen floods of this magnitude.
Despite everything, a spirit of camaraderie prevailed. Neighborhood residents were able to count on the support of friends and relatives, while sipping a beer between chores.
On Route 117, near Piedmont, flooding has forced the closure of several roads.
