Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Thunder Bay Continues to Clean Up following Flooding

The provincial government is taking an active role in helping communities hit by this weeks flooding.

Natural Resources Minister Michael Gravelle says a variety of ministry's are helping out all of the affected areas to make sure they can recover from the storm.

Gravelle says his ministry in particular is involved because of water monitoring.

In the meantime, Thunder Bay's Emergency Operations Control Group will meet once again to update the flood situation.

The Salvation Army will be a hub for a national appeal for financial donations and details will be provided later this morning.

The City has received numerous offers of help and there is an active Facebook page with 1,500 members to date with many of them talking about how to provide assistance.

The city is saying "The outpouring of community support is appreciated; however, a coordinated effort is required and that will be an ongoing priority for discussion over the next days."