‘Critical’ day as water levels continue to rise on New Brunswick rivers

FREDERICTON – New Brunswickers living near the province’s rivers are on alert as water levels continue to rise.

Warm temperatures and heavy rain in the forecast for today and Wednesday have done little to abate flood worries.

Of particular concern is the Nashwaak River, which officials expect to reach flood stage today.

River Watch spokesman Richard Keeley says it is a critical day.

He says officials are also monitoring numerous ice jams that have formed along the St. John River and other river systems.

Keeley says there are reports of localized flooding, but there have been no major incidents.