Manitoba’s flood creating hazardous conditions
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
The Red River at Winnipeg is almost clear of ice blocks and ice jamming, however there are still dangers from the Red River flood.
Ice blocks which were as high as two storey buildings were ripping out trees, fences and railway ties. "You'll see huge pans of ice standing vertical, up to 20 feet (6.1 m) high," said Steve Topping, an official with the provincial Water...