Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Heavy Rains Cause Evacuation near Thunder Bay


Fort William First Nation near Thunder Bay has declared a state
of emergency.
   
It says homes in the community have been hit by flooding while
roads are washed out due to heavy rains.
   
About 170 residents who've had to leave their homes were being
put up in a local hotel.

Chief Georjann Morriseau says there are numerous road closures in
the community due to washouts.