An emergency has been declared in the Municipality of Red Lake.
The damage from Friday’s severe storm that wreaked wide spread havoc on the community can now be clearly seen.
The extreme wind conditions severely damaged municipal infrastructure, knocked out power, and uprooted a number of trees.
Debris blocked numerous roadways and driveways.
Mayor Fred Mota says fortunately no one was injured.
Mota notes municipal employees and community partners are currently evaluating the situation and have commenced the clean-up.
Centennial Park and the Dan Kutcheran Ball Field are both closed for public use until further notice.
T&J Harapiak have set up a pop and BBQ stand to help residents in obtaining a hot meal.
All proceeds will go to the Heritage Centre.
The roof of the building was ripped off in the storm.
Here is the official statement from the Municipality of Red Lake:
“10:05 a.m. Saturday, September 21, 2019, Mayor Fred Mota issued a declaration of emergency pertaining to the severe weather event which occurred on Friday, September 20, 2019. Due to the extreme wind conditions, Municipal infrastructure has been damaged, a loss of hydro electricity, and numerous trees are down blocking roadways and driveways.
Mayor Mota states: “While we experience this extreme event, we are pleased to report that nobody was injured. This being said, I urge everyone to check in on their neighbours and assist people where possible during the power outage. Please use caution when out on our streets. Municipal employees along with community partners are currently evaluating the situation and have commenced the cleanup.”
Until further notice, please be advised that Centennial Park including the Dan Kutcheran ball field will be closed for public use.
For those requiring assistance and/or want to report a public safety concern, please call our Public Works after hours call in number at 807-727-2597
(Photo Credit: Marilyn Duncalfe)
