Province backs flood evacuee aid with prepaid cards
Associate minister Greg Weadick announced early next week the Disaster Recovery Program will provide up to 1250 per adult and 500 per child on prepaid debit cards for evacuees meeting orders seven days away from home. Registered evacuees must show ID proof of family ties and home in evacuation zone along with vehicle, insurance, utility and lease documents.
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Evacuees tour flood zone as city works round the clock
Residents of Medicine Hat’s final restricted flood zone toured Washington Way area to see damaged homes and begin insurance claims. Doug Riley said his basement is ruined while the upper floor is intact. others hoped for progress as cleanup plans continue and officials keep the area closed for safety.
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Flood damage visible as waters recede across city
Returning residents find most homes with water damage mainly from sewer backups and basements flooding. Strathcona and Lion’s Park areas suffered the worst, with fields and a pavilion flooded. Homeowners like Shirley and David Marshall describe destroyed basements while awaiting insurance adjusters.
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