Water Everywhere

  John is home from work today. The flooding around his work has hit an unsafe level and they were told to stay home. In fact, flooding is the big topic all across the country. British Columbia, New Brunswick, and Quebec are all dealing with a certain amount of it. Ottawa is no exception.

  Several houses not far from us have been evacuated by the city because of the fear of a landslide. These houses back onto a ravine/gully and the week of heavy rain has taken most of their back yards and deposited it in the stream below! Scary stuff.

  Locally those who live on the river are fighting to save their homes. Unfortunately, you don't always win against Mother Nature. I would imagine this is one of the things you must consider before buying a home on the water...no matter where you live. Good luck to them all.

  The army has been called in for many areas. Evacuating residents, sandbagging and debris removal. I heard a few people complaining that they came too late. Please remember they must be asked...they can't just show up as a unit and help. That is an issue you need to address with your local government officials. Thank those in uniform whole-heartedly for coming to your aid.

  This morning brought snow flurries and temperatures in the minuses ...I don't know if that's a help or a hindrance. But it's May there shouldn't be snow flurries period! 

  Stay warm. Stay dry. Stay safe. 

  Ang