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May 19, 2026
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Deer Lake Power opens fifth gate as Humber River levels begin to level out
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Article Excerpt
Deer Lake Power opened its fifth floodgate Wednesday in an effort to lower water levels in the Humber River following weeks of heavy rainfall.
The move was made after the provincial government declared a state of emergency on Aug. 19 due to the rising river and its tributaries, which caused flooding across the region.
According to Deer Lake Power spokesperson Erin O’Donovan, the decision to open the fifth floodgate was based on recent weather patterns showing signs that the rainfall would decrease over the coming days.
“While we are seeing a slight reduction in precipitation, it is still im…
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