Public security minister preaches patience as Quebec towns deal with flooding
MONTREAL — Quebec’s public security minister asked flood-stricken communities to be patient on Tuesday as forecasts called for more rain this week.
Numerous Quebec municipalities that border streams and rivers are dealing with floods as heavy precipitation and mild temperatures have caused water levels to rise rapidly.
Martin Coiteux took stock of the situation in Shawinigan, Que., about halfway between Montreal and Quebec City.
“I understand the situation, it’s not fun,” Coiteux said. “But we have to ask citizens to be a bit patient, because I think the next few days are not going to be days when things are going to improve right away.”