Brandon declares state of local emergency over forecasted river flooding
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Posted: 10:28 PM CDT Saturday, Jul. 4, 2026
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The City of Brandon has declared a state of local emergency in response to forecasted flooding along the Assiniboine and Shellmouth river basins. The city council voted unanimously during a special Saturday meeting to support the recommendation from the city's Emergency Manager and Director of Engineering, following updated provincial flood forecasts showing continued increases in expected river levels.
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