Your neighbour might need to evacuate, again.
Morning from the Interlake — here's what's happening in Selkirk today.
It's been a few years since the Red River threatened to overflow its banks in a really serious way, and seeing the news about Peguis First Nation bracing for evacuations this weekend just hits different. You know, you drive up Highway 8, past the turn-off for the Marine Museum and then the Gerdau mill, and you see the river flowing strong. It's beautiful, but it's also a powerful force. Chief Bird saying residents could be out as soon as this weekend? That's not just a headline for folks north of us; it's a reminder of what the Red can do.
### The River Rises
When the water starts climbing, it affects everyone along this stretch. We've seen it before in Selkirk Park, with parts of it getting swamped. While we're often more protected here with our dikes, you still feel it in the air, the constant watch on the news, wondering how high it will go. It’s a real testament to the resilience of our Interlake communities, like Peguis, that they’re already making these tough preparations.
* **Evacuation readiness:** Peguis residents are preparing to leave their homes.
* **Premier's visit:** Manitoba's Premier was in Peguis to assess the situation.
* **Interlake impact:** High water levels on the Red River are a concern for all communities along its path, including our own.
For those of us here in Selkirk, whether you're down on Manitoba Avenue or closer to the Selkirk Mental Health Centre, it's a stark reminder of our connection to this river and the lands around us. We’re not just watching the weather; we’re watching our neighbours to the north and hoping for the best.
Nolan Chicken, Selkirk.
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