⚠️ **Public Safety Notice – Stay Away from Ditches and Drains** ⚠️
Due to the recent heavy rainfall and ongoing flood conditions, water levels in municipal ditches, drains, and waterways are extremely high and flowing rapidly. These conditions create dangerous currents, unstable banks, and hidden hazards beneath the water's surface.
Residents are urged to stay away from all ditches, drains, culverts, and flooded areas. Parents are asked to ensure children do not play near waterways, flooded roads, or drainage channels. Pet owners should also keep their animals away from these areas.
Even shallow moving water can be extremely dangerous. Please exercise caution and avoid all unnecessary travel through flooded areas.
The RM of St. François Xavier thanks residents for their cooperation as we continue to monitor conditions and respond to this flooding event.