Due to the significant rainfall in todays forecast, #RCMPNB is advising motorists to #SlowDown and drive cautiously. Heavy rain can cause reduced visibility, and can increase the risk of hydroplaning. #DriveSafeNB
"Our linemen and linewomen make us proud every single day, whether it's the aftermath of a storm or routine maintenance. And no one does it better. We all owe them a debt of gratitude." #IBEW Pres. Kenny Cooper https://t.co/lhdvQ4qVxm #LineworkerAppreciationDay
Our lineworkers are true heroes, always on the frontlines of every disaster, working 24/7 to keep the lights on in our communities. That's why we #ThankaLineman#LineworkerAppreciationDay
Multi-day significant snowfall event beginning Thursday morning.
Locations: New Brunswick.
Potential snowfall amounts: 10 to 25 cm, except possibly higher amounts in northeastern areas.
Timing: beginning Thursday morning and continuing into Saturday.
Remarks: The snow is likely to be very wet and heavy in nature. This, along with blustery easterly winds, may cause tree branches to break. Utility outages may occur. Travel delays can be expected with this system. Rain may mix in at times along southern areas.
The three presenters at the 100 Women Who Care of Greater Saint John, Hestia House, Pro Kids and Big Brothers Big Sisters. And the winner is Hestia House.
Burns night dinner tonight of Haggis, neeps and tatties with whisky sauce. John and Ross did a wonderful job on the preparation and presentation. We even quoted some Burns during the meal.
The new pandemic is small business closures. I know of 5 just this week.
I cannot stress it enough. I cannot yell it louder. I cannot implore you on repeat any more than I currently do.
If you can redistribute even $1 or share 1 post or do 1 Google review.
It matters.
Please.
With ongoing power outages, New Brunswickers are reminded of the threat that carbon monoxide can pose in their homes. People have died or been hospitalized in recent years because of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Residents are advised to never run a generator in a home, garage, or near a window or air intake outside of a home. It is not safe to use a barbecue, camping stove or propane heater inside a house or garage.
Never leave a car running in an enclose space like a garage or close to their home.
More information about the dangers of carbon monoxide is available online.
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As of today, Canada’s new suicide crisis and emotional distress helpline is available across the country. If you need help or know someone who does, you can reach out to 9-8-8 by phone and text, in English and French, at any time of day and any day of the week.