Your neighbours are struggling after the big rains
Morning from the Interlake — here's what's happening in Selkirk today.
You know, with all the talk about Winnipeg, it's easy to forget what's happening just north of the Perimeter. My neighbours, our communities right here in the Interlake, are still hurting bad from those flash floods a week or so back. We're talking real damage, homes waterlogged, livelihoods disrupted. It's easy for folks down south to think of it as "just rain," but out here, it's a completely different story.
### The Real Impact
The rain didn't just cause puddles; it brought devastation. People in communities around us, places like Stonewall and Beausejour, saw their basements fill up, their yards turn into lakes. It's a reminder of how quickly things can change when you're living so close to the land and the rivers. The Red River gives us so much, but sometimes, nature demands its due.
* Many homes suffered significant water damage. * Farmers are facing flooded fields, impacting harvests. * Local infrastructure, like roads, took a beating.
When you drive down Manitoba Avenue and then head north, you see the difference. Selkirk has its own history, its own industries with the Gerdau mill, and our own fights. This flood damage isn't just news; it's our friends, our families, and our neighbours dealing with hardship while some are still asking for help. It really shows you that Selkirk isn't just a bedroom community for Winnipeg; we're our own place, with our own challenges and our own need for support.
Morning from the Interlake — here's what's happening in Selkirk today.
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