Overview
- Electricity was fully restored Friday after a roughly 300‑metre transmission line over the Nelson River snapped last week.
- Roughly 4,000 residents have been evacuated, with at least 150 more flown out Sunday as leaders tell people to stay in hotels indefinitely.
- About 200 homes are now unsafe due to burst or leaking pipes and water in electrical systems, the water treatment plant sustained major damage, and four houses were lost to fires.
- Only about 200 of more than 1,300 residences have been inspected so far, with reported shortages of fuel and potable water as volunteers supply clothing, food and hygiene items.
- Chief David Monias has requested licensed trades, engineers and electricians from across the Prairies and called for Canadian Armed Forces logistical support, while federal and provincial officials say they are coordinating assistance and visits.